Director of Engineering

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations owns and operates 29 full‑power broadcast television stations in the U.S., including stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest market areas and duopolies in 11 major cities. Seventeen of those stations are affiliated with the FOX Network. The stations produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news each week and deliver sports, entertainment, and syndicated content, leveraging the demand for FOX Network’s national programming. JOB DESCRIPTION Director of Engineering Full‑Time | Regular Lead Innovation. Drive Reliability. Shape the Future of Broadcast Technology. FOX Television Stations seeks an experienced, forward‑thinking leader to direct technical operations in a dynamic, multi‑platform broadcast environment. This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on technical expertise and is critical to operational excellence across a 24/7 live news and content environment. Reporting Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering, the Director of Engineering will oversee all broadcast, production, transmission, digital, and facility‑related engineering operations. What You’ll Do Leadership & Operations Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineering professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Partner with the Vice President of Engineering, Production leadership, and other departments to support station objectives and long‑term technical initiatives. Serve as a key technical leader and escalation point for critical operational and maintenance issues. Maintain on‑call availability and provide leadership during emergency situations that impact station operations. Develop engineering priorities, workflows, and operational procedures to support a 24/7 broadcast environment. Technical Oversight Oversee performance, maintenance, and reliability of broadcast, production, transmission, and digital infrastructure. Provide hands‑on support and technical guidance for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of station equipment and systems. Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, industry standards, and company policies. Support live remote productions and special broadcasts using a variety of transmission and delivery technologies. Monitor and maintain facility‑related systems, including HVAC, electrical, and other critical infrastructure. Strategic Planning & Innovation Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery. Evaluate emerging technologies and develop recommendations that enhance operational efficiency, innovation, and future growth. Assist in developing and managing capital and operating budgets. Oversee procurement processes for engineering equipment, software, and services. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for workflow improvements and technology enhancements. What You’ll Bring Required Qualifications Minimum 5 years’ experience in broadcast engineering, broadcast technology, or a related technical field. Demonstrated leadership experience managing projects, teams, or technical operations. Strong understanding of broadcast systems, transmission technologies, and production workflows. Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. Willingness to participate in on‑call rotation and respond to operational emergencies. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Broadcasting, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree and/or industry certifications are a plus. Certifications from the Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE), networking, cybersecurity, or related technical fields preferred. Experience working in a union environment. Experience managing engineering budgets and capital projects. Technical Experience Transmission systems, including GatesAir and Rohde & Schwarz platforms. Studio production systems and robotic camera technologies, including Vinten robotics. Control room automation systems, including Sony ELC. Graphics platforms, including Chyron. Master control automation systems, including Grass Valley ITX and Evertz Mediator. Newsroom computer systems, including iNews. Media asset management platforms, including Bitcentral. IP‑based video and audio workflows. SMPTE 2110 environments. HDR production workflows. RF systems and transmission technologies. Networking infrastructure and protocols. Cybersecurity best practices. Live remote broadcast technologies and distribution methods. Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and work in equipment rooms, studios, and transmitter facilities as needed. Ability to travel to transmitter, translator, and remote production sites when required. Schedule Full‑time position. Availability for on‑call responsibilities and emergency response. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other non‑traditional hours as operational needs require. Occasional travel required. Why Join FOX Television Stations At FOX Television Stations, you’ll work alongside talented professionals in an innovative and collaborative environment where technology plays a vital role in delivering trusted local news and content. You’ll lead impactful projects, influence future technology strategies, and help shape the next generation of broadcast operations. Equal Employment Opportunity FOX Television Stations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role is 90,000.00‑110,000.00 annually, dependent on education, skills, experience, and location. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical, dental, vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for union‑represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Benefits Information View more detail about FOX Benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr