Media Systems Engineer - Koln/Ksnb

Gray Media • Hastings, NE

11d • Onsite

About The Position

About Gray Media: Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About KOLN/KSNB: KOLN is the CBS affiliate in the Lincoln, Hastings, Kearney market. Located in the thriving capital city of Lincoln, the station is the area`s dominant news leader, with number one newscasts in every daypart. The 1011NOW news brand is well-known throughout the region as a trusted source for quality news, weather, and sports coverage. Job Summary/Description: Are you the kind of person who sees a complex technical glitch and thinks, "Challenge accepted"? Do you dream in gigabytes and broadcast frequencies, and thrive on the adrenaline of keeping a 24/7 operation running flawlessly? We’re looking for a Media Systems Engineer to be the technological heartbeat of our central and western Nebraska stations. Whether it’s maintaining massive tower sites or ensuring a live stream hits every phone in the state, you’ll be the wizard behind the curtain, making sure our communities stay connected and informed.

Requirements

• An engineering or electronics degree (or equivalent experience) plus 2-3 years in the broadcast or professional tech world.
• Proficiency with IP-based video/audio transport and streaming technologies.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure during live broadcasts.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and forward-thinking approach to technology.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical personnel.
• A clean driving record.
• Readiness to support a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and evolve broadcast systems across Hastings, Grand Island, North Platte, and every tower site in between.
• Execute a strategic plan to keep our technology modern, digital-first, and ahead of the curve.
• Provide expert engineering for studios, post-editing suites, and field production teams.
• Ensure every piece of gear is ready for the spotlight during live broadcasts and streaming events, documenting and crushing technical hurdles before they hit the air.
• Keep us in the good graces of the FCC and FAA by managing all regulatory requirements for our tech components.
• Keep a close eye on multiple air channels and transmitters, ensuring our "on-air" product is always high-quality and high-definition.
• Use your deep knowledge of server and desktop operating systems to keep our newsgathering, weather, and graphic systems running at peak performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree