Broadcast Systems Reliability Engineer

Advanced Systems Group•Culver City, CA

1d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Systems Group enables creativity through better technology and operations for media creatives and content owners. From acquisition to delivery, on-premises or in the cloud, ASG ensures our clients’ success through tailored solutions. One of North America’s largest Media and Entertainment Technology and Operations suppliers, we provide engineering services, physical and cloud integration, training, support, and managed services. Our Managed Services deliver customized operations and services for all phases of media production, including creative and engineering. Founded in 1997, and providing nationwide services, ASG has teams based in North America, South America, and Europe. This role reports on-site to our client's broadcast facility in Culver City, CA, with multi-site coverage as needed. A valid driver's license and personal vehicle are required for travel between client sites. Are you passionate about live broadcast technology and ready to take ownership of high-stakes system reliability? Join Advanced Systems Group as a Broadcast Systems Reliability Engineer and play a key role in supporting a world-class media facility’s mission-critical operations.

Requirements

Deep broadcast engineering experience with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex live systems from application layer through physical layer.
Demonstrated proficiency in both baseband and IP media: ST 2110, Dante, and AES67.
Strong, repeatable testing and fault-isolation methodology.
Proven live-environment discipline; ability to work safely where equipment cannot be taken offline arbitrarily, with clear understanding of coordinated downtime and on-air safety.
Strong technical writing skills; able to produce incident reports, MOPs, and user-facing guides.
Strong communication skills with peer operational staff and with manufacturers during case resolution.
Valid driver's license and personal vehicle; ability to travel across the LA metro area between client sites.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform in-situ Layer 1 repairs for common cable types (CAT-6A, 12G SDI, single-pair audio, and similar) without calling out to an integrator.
Experience scoping integration and remediation projects for management approval.
Experience with Providius and Bridge Technologies monitoring tools.
Working knowledge of Lawo Power Core and UHD Core DSP configuration, operation, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Spearhead preventative maintenance for complex live broadcast and AV systems, keeping them at optimal health and readiness
Diagnose and resolve technical faults—across all layers, ensuring seamless operations
Develop and manage configuration backups and equipment baselines for critical systems
Schedule and execute system maintenance around a dynamic live broadcast calendar
Document and maintain detailed service histories, run-books, and a standing maintenance calendar
Ensure organized, clean, and efficient machine room infrastructure and cabling
Troubleshoot and perform service restoration for SDI, IP media (ST 2110, Dante, AES67) systems, and supporting infrastructure
Apply rigorous, systematic testing to isolate problems from application through physical layer
Own case resolution with manufacturers—drive issues through to successful outcomes and manage vendor relationships
Produce clear incident reports and documentation, empowering operational teams to resolve or avoid common issues
Identify patterns and develop remediation projects to increase reliability and reduce recurring issues
Scope and support integration and remediation projects, working alongside client engineers and system integrators
Stay connected with staff, vendors, and manufacturers to ensure alignment on system health and maintenance
Travel to facility sites (as needed) to ensure full system support across locations