Senior Broadcast Engineer

OverviewJoin Our Team as a Senior Broadcast Engineer – Shape the Future of Radio Excellence!Are you a tech-savvy innovator with a passion for top-tier broadcasting? EMF is looking for a Senior Broadcast Engineer to elevate our programming quality and keep us at the cutting edge of the industry. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with field engineers, satellite experts, and more to ensure our technology and methodologies set the standard for excellence. Stay ahead of industry trends, recommend the latest in technical equipment, and network with the best in broadcasting. If you thrive in dynamic environments and love working on the forefront of radio technology, this is your chance to shine!What will you do? Maintain knowledge of applicable FCC rules and regulations and ensure all equipment within area of responsibility is operating safely and legally. Use this knowledge to evaluate and prioritize work assignments. Advise and assist engineers in the installation of complex equipment when needed. Represent Engineering with other departments in EMF related to engineering needs. Collaborate with leadership to establish procedures for Engineering operations, maintenance, remote controls, transmitters, receivers, antennas, and microwave equipment. Maintain knowledge of new technology and equipment in the broadcast industry to ensure EMF is aware of the cutting edge within the broadcast industry and makes wise decisionsabout which technologies and methodologies to implement, and when to do so. Develop modification plans for existing broadcasting equipment to improve technical performance. Assist the Senior Manager of Engineering and others in researching and designing solutions to technical needs that arise. Represent EMF as a partner in the larger broadcast industry, developing and sustaining relationships with related vendors and groups (NAB, SBE, etc.). Proactively communicate and work with other team members to resolve technical problems. Serve as a mentor for Broadcast Engineers and other personnel, training and developing technical knowledge, troubleshooting skills, and culture fit. Lead adhoc teams if/when assigned by management. Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor. What are we looking for? Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, college, or technical studies in electronics, communications, or related field(s), or five or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 10+ years’ experience troubleshooting and repairing failures in broadcast electronic equipment, or similar relevant experience. Advanced SBE Certification highly desirable. Knowledge and ability to accurately apply broadcast-related FCC rules and regulations. Thorough understanding of the components necessary in a broadcast air-chain. Knowledge of radio safety practices. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Proven ability to deal with multiple, simultaneous problems in a systematic, logical manner. Ability to read and understand electronic schematics, electrical drawings, and construction drawings. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to carry out calculations in common broadcast-related formulae such as transmitter efficiency, transmitter power output, wavelengths, and antenna system gain. Advanced understanding of satellite and microwave technology. Proficient understanding of radio frequency emissions. Skilled in IP-based technology, including computer networking technologies and practices and Audio over IP (AoIP) Able to effectively evaluate new technologies and methologies and understand how they could integrate and improve complex broadcast air chains. Ability to solder and de-solder electronic components without causing damage to the components or PC board. Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral, written or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation. Ability to think logically from problem to solution. Proficiency with MS Office products and other common software (internet browsers, etc.) What can we offer you? Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage Short/long term disability and life insurance Robust 401K with company match Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform Why work for Educational Media Foundation, K-LOVE/Air1?Educational Media Foundation (EMF) is a nonprofit, multi-platform media company on a mission to draw people closer to Christ. Founded in 1982 in Santa Rosa, CA, with a single radio station, EMF today owns and operates the nation's two largest Christian music radio networks (K-LOVE and Air1) with over 1,000 broadcast signals across all 50 states and beyond, streaming audio reaching around the world, and a growing family of media ministries including podcasts, books, films, concerts, and events. EMF employs nearly 500 team members between its offices in Nashville, TN, Rocklin, CA, and field locations around the country. You can view our mission and values here Mission, Beliefs & Values.“As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status. However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, p ursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith. Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act. ”