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Job Title: Chief Engineer
Company Name: Sinclair Broadcast Group
Location: Redding, CA United States
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 01/07/2026
Expire Date: 02/13/2026
Job Categories: Computers, Software, Engineering, Information Technology, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Insurance, Law Enforcement, and Security, Military, Quality Control
Job Description
Chief Engineer

Responsibilities:



  • Oversee all engineering functions of the station, including, planning of future equipment installations, requirements, and budgetary recommendations

  • Manage training and hiring processes for engineering staff

  • Supervise maintenance of computer software, hardware, and local area network applications

  • Ensure software license compliance and all software versions are up to date

  • Supervise preventive maintenance and/or troubleshooting of broadcast electronical equipment, including but not limited to, cameras, audio and video equipment, microwave transmitters and receivers, satellite receivers, and computing equipment

  • Supervise and/or perform transmitter maintenance

  • Work with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC compliance


What skills do you need to be successful in our role?



  • A minimum of 5 years experience in broadcast electrical system and equipment maintenance

  • Experience training and managing technicians with a positive and constructive attitude

  • Proficiency in evaluating, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining broadcast equipment and IT systems

  • Dedication to quality and time management while upholding to all FCC regulations

  • Hold a valid driver's license

  • Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings

  • Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods of time, and lift computers or equipment up to 50 lbs.

  • Technical degree in electronics or a related field, or an equivalent of work and educational experience

  • SBE certification and A Plus certification is preferred


 


The base salary compensation range for this role is $82,000 to $87,500. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.


 


EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:


Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


 

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