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The job in short
Broadcast engineering.
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Details
- Found
- 5 d ago · posted 2026-10-19
- Location as listed
- State College, PA, USA
- Role
- Engineer (other)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: State College, PA - State College, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, SCOPE OF POSITION
 
The Broadcast Engineer is responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of WPSU's broadcast, production, and transmission equipment. This position ensures the reliability and technical quality of radio, television, and digital media operations while supporting staff with technical needs and helping maintain compliance with FCC regulations and industry standards.
 
 
 
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 
● Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair broadcast, production, and transmission equipment.
 
● Monitor broadcast systems to ensure uninterrupted on-air operations.
 
● Perform preventative maintenance and maintain accurate technical documentation.
 
● Install, configure, and upgrade broadcast, audio, video, and IT-related equipment.
 
● Assist IT team with desktop support as needed.
 
● Respond to technical issues and equipment failures in a timely manner.
 
● Support live and recorded productions with technical setup and operation.
 
● Maintain broadcast automation, networking, and digital media systems.
 
● Assist with upgrading and maintaining media archive and storage systems as needed.
 
● Assist with transmitter maintenance and ensure compliance with FCC regulations and station policies.
 
● Ensure compliance with EAS Alert monitoring.
 
● Coordinate with vendors and contractors for equipment repairs, upgrades, and installations.
 
● Stay current on emerging broadcast technologies and recommend improvements to station infrastructure.
 
● Participate in on-call rotations and provide technical support during evenings, weekends, or emergencies as needed.
 
● Perform all duties within the bounds of all OSHA and WHYY safety guidelines; informing management of any safety concerns and deficiencies.Qualifications: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
 
Experience maintaining broadcast, audio/video, IT, or electronic systems preferred.
 
Working knowledge of broadcast automation, IP networking, RF systems, and audio/video signal flow.
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