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Broadcast Engineer Lead
At a Glance
- Location
- KPNX-TV Phoenix
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Posted
- 2026-07-07T15:58:48-04:00
Key Requirements
Domain Knowledge
- Education
- Engineering
Benefits & Perks
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, men
Requirements
Experience: Minimum 5 years in broadcast operations/technology with a proven track record of leading complex technical projects.
Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience with broadcast systems, networking, servers, and desktop support.
Knowledge of satellite, microwave, and IP newsgathering technologies is highly preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Ownership
System Accountability: Serve as the primary technical owner for key broadcast and IT systems; ensure reliability, scalability, and long-term performance.
Strategic Direction: Make independent decisions regarding system architecture and technical standards within corporate guidelines.
Modernization: Proactively identify opportunities for upgrades and recommend technology roadmaps aligned with evolving business needs.
Influence & Mentorship: Act as the technical authority and escalation point for engineering staff; mentor team members by setting direction and reviewing work for quality.
Project Leadership & Design
About the Company
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
KPNX
is seeking a
Broadcast Engineer Lead
to drive innovation and maintain excellence across our broadcast and IT infrastructure. This is a pivotal role for a technical visionary who balances hands-on expertise with strategic project leadership.
The Broadcast Engineer Lead is responsible for shaping system design decisions, defining local engineering standards, and leading complex projects that directly impact station operations. Operating with significant autonomy, you will not only execute tasks but also take full accountability for technical outcomes, ensuring our 24/7 environment remains resilient, modern, and efficient.