Engineering & IT Systems Manager

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Binghamton, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

WIVT/WETM-TV is seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering & IT Systems Manager to support and maintain critical broadcast and information technology systems across multiple markets. This role is for a hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced broadcast environment and can effectively balance technical troubleshooting, system maintenance, and team collaboration. The company, Nexstar Media Group, Inc., is a leading diversified media company producing and distributing local and national news, sports, and entertainment content across television and digital platforms, owning America's largest local television broadcasting group.

Requirements

• Strong ability to diagnose, research, and resolve issues within IP-based broadcast systems
• Working knowledge of newsroom and production environments
• Ability to manage responsibilities across multiple markets (Elmira and Binghamton)
• Strong organizational, delegation, and collaboration skills
• Ability to interpret technical schematics and system diagrams
• Proactive approach to preventative maintenance and system reliability

Nice To Haves

• Experience with broadcast systems such as Ross Xpression, Overdrive, BitCentral, and Dante audio
• Demonstrated troubleshooting expertise in complex technical environments
• Familiarity with modern newsroom operations and production workflows

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot broadcast and IT systems, including studio and control room automation, newsroom systems, cameras, audio equipment, and streaming encoders
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot IP-based networking for servers and broadcast infrastructure
• Diagnose signal flow and data flow issues using schematics and system documentation
• Support remote broadcast feeds and streaming workflows
• Collaborate with engineering staff to prioritize tasks and meet operational deadlines
• Perform preventative maintenance on electronic and mechanical equipment
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for all systems and equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees