The Assistant Chief Engineer will assist with overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department and with the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station and transmitter sites. + Assists in managing all aspects of the Engineering Department + Assists in maintaining all broadcast technology and equipment for the station and transmitter sites + Ensures station compliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state, and federal, laws + Works closely with Chief Engineer to implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station + Assists with managing engineering and technology capital projects to the established budgets + Manages and coordinates fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems + Support and assist the News department in maintaining critical systems for live simultaneous newscasts + Implement, install & maintain engineering systems and provide end-user support across all departments + Evaluates, selects, installs, services and maintains station equipment and information technology systems + Communicates with and coordinates equipment maintenance and training with vendors/contractors + The possibility of unexpected and/or late-night calls for engineering-emergencies at the station + Performs other duties as assigned Requirements & Skills: + Associate degree in Electronics, Communications, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience a plus + Minimum six years' experience with a broadcasting environment + Strong communication, both verbal and written + Strong interpersonal and organizational skills + Understanding of linear video distribution encoding, MPEG Transport streams, and multicast and unicast video transmission + Proactive, dynamic, flexible, self-starter with a positive attitude who can independently learn new systems or equipment + Demonstrated expertise in analyzing and solving complex technical problems; in owning tasks and drives through to completion + Knowledge of FCC license and reporting requirements + Valid driver’s license + Able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work on rooftops and in confined spaces + Must be able to work efficiently without direct supervision + Thrives in an environment where teams rely on strong independent work and contributions + Solid understanding of IT networking, client/server relationships, subnetting, and VLANs + Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously + Ability to function well under pressure, i.e. during live breaking news situations + Ability to work extended hours, as needed + SBE certification a plus Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.