Manager Engineering

Manager Of Engineering

Fox Tv Stations Fox Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network\'s national content.

Job Title: Manager Of Engineering

Witi-Tv Fox 6 - FOX Television Stations owned and operated in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is looking for a forward-thinking engineering manager to support daily operations of our engineering department and help lead a skilled team of station engineers. This role blends hands-on technical work with team leadership, requiring strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills and a commitment to operational excellence. If you are energized by innovation, enjoy working collaboratively and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with cross-functional teams and the VP of Engineering to ensure seamless operations and strategic planning
• Leadership Opportunity: Manage, support and mentor a team of 4 engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Impactful Work: Oversee engineering projects that align with business objectives and drive innovation in broadcast technology.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Participate in developing our technology roadmap, exploring emerging trends to keep us ahead of the curve.

What We\'re Looking For:

• Proven Leadership: Experience leading teams in dynamic settings, with a commitment to a 24/7 live news operation serving as a primary point of contact for addressing time-sensitive and complex maintenance or operational issues. Must maintain on-call availability for emergencies.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of broadcast technologies, including RF systems, IP networking, and digital video/audio tech. Provide hands-on support for the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide range of broadcast equipment and systems.
• Strategic Thinker: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent Communicator: Ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

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.