Educational Media Foundation K-LOVE & Air1 Media Networks

Regional Engineering Manager

Educational Media Foundation K-LOVE & Air1 Media Networks

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

SwitchingTCP/IP

About the role

  • Oversee the operation and maintenance of K-LOVE's radio broadcasting facilities and satellite uplinks across the designated region.
  • Ensure compliance with FCC regulations while driving excellence in broadcasting services.
  • Proactively influence ministry culture, leading by example in demonstrating collaboration, empowerment, innovation, creativity, and service, aligning with K-LOVE's Mission and Values.
  • Contribute to long-term planning and vision implementation, identifying strategic initiatives, prioritizing efforts, and evaluating results.
  • Engage with the Director of Engineering and other ministry stakeholders on departmental issues, trends, and proposals for strategic initiatives.
  • Oversee strategic planning and implementation for the regional team, focusing on Engineering goals, timelines, budgets, communication, results tracking, and celebration.
  • Assess Engineering performance against goals, providing strategic recommendations based on operational analysis, cost identification, and resource allocation.
  • Develop and mentor staff by evaluating performance, providing targeted coaching, training, and growth opportunities.
  • Ensure K-LOVE's radio programs are broadcast to the highest quality by providing technical and staff leadership to a team chartered with installing, testing, operating, maintaining, and repairing broadcast equipment.
  • Ensure the highest level of productivity through optimal pairing of projects and staff, and efficient preparation of work schedules.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree or equivalent college or technical studies in electronics, communications, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • SBE Certification is highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 4-10+ years of comprehensive experience in broadcast electronic equipment, with a demonstrated background in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex systems.
  • Proven experience leading and managing engineering staff (including staff planning, recruitment, management, coaching, performance management, and evaluation).
  • Strong project management experience.
  • Expert knowledge and understanding of broadcast air-chain components, including intricate IP-based signal distribution systems.
  • Expert understanding of modern microwave and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technologies (e.g., Starlink).
  • Deep understanding of radio frequency (RF) emissions, interference mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
  • Strong understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, routing, switching), network architecture, and common troubleshooting methodologies.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting electronic schematics, electrical drawings, and construction drawings.
  • Ability to carry out complex calculations in common broadcast-related formulae.
  • Proficiency with MS Office products and other common software.
  • A collaborative and flexible leadership style, with a strong service mentality.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to develop sincere relationships and foster strong team dynamics.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Proven ability to deal with multiple, complex problems systematically and logically, thinking strategically.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for our mission and values.
Benefits
  • 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

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
broadcast electronic equipmenttroubleshootingrepairingmaintaining complex systemsproject managementbroadcast air-chain componentsIP-based signal distribution systemsmicrowave technologiesLow Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technologiesnetworking principles
Soft skills
collaborationempowermentinnovationcreativityservice mentalityinterpersonal skillsleadershipcoachingperformance managementstrategic thinking
Certifications
Master’s degreeSBE Certification