Assistant Chief Engineer

KATV, Channel 7 the Arkansas leader in local news and broadcasting innovation, is looking for a hands-on Assistant Chief Engineer whos ready to help shape the next chapter of our technical future.

If youre the kind of engineer who thrives on solving problems, learning new systems, mentoring others, and keeping broadcast operations running strong no matter what, youll fit right in here. At KATV, we take pride in doing things the right way, supporting one another, and building technology that keeps Arkansas connected.

What Youll Do:

• Work side-by-side with the Chief Engineer and our talented team to keep KATVs studio and transmitter on Shinall Mountain running at peak performance.
• Support daily newscasts, special events, and live productions, from the control room to the field, ensuring our viewers get a flawless broadcast every time.
• Troubleshoot and maintain a wide range of systems, including Ross automation, Wheatstone audio, RF and STL systems, IT infrastructure, and AWS cloud distribution.
• Assist with the ongoing rollout of Project Lightspeed, transmitter upgrades, and other major engineering initiatives.
• Serve as a go-to technical leader when challenges arise, providing support and expertise to all departments across the station.
• Maintain, document, and improve workflows for equipment, networking, and system reliability.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support operations during critical news and weather events.

Who You Are:

• A natural problem-solver who enjoys both the hands-on technical work and the collaborative team side of engineering.
• Experienced in broadcast, IT, or RF systems, or ready to bring strong technical skills and curiosity to grow in those areas.
• Comfortable leading projects, mentoring others, and keeping calm under pressure.
• Motivated by doing meaningful work that keeps your community informed and your station running smoothly.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs, work on ladders when needed, and hold a valid drivers license.

Bonus Skills:

• Familiarity with FCC regulations and SBE certifications
• Experience with transmitter maintenance, satellite systems, or microwave links
• Knowledge of AVID, XPression, ClearCom, LiveU, or similar broadcast technologies
• Understanding of networking, IP routing, and basic cyber security principles

Why KATV

This isnt just a job, its a place where engineering and purpose meet.

Youll be part of a close-knit local team with a long history of innovation, supported by industry veterans who take pride in mentoring the next generation of engineers. Youll have the chance to work with cutting-edge systems while still keeping one foot in the roots of what makes broadcast special, reliability, creativity, and community impact.

We offer competitive pay, great benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a chance to work on projects that matter right here in Arkansas.

If youre ready to grow your career, lead meaningful work, and join a team that values skill, integrity, and family, wed love to meet you.

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.

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclairs AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.