What are the responsibilities and job description for the RF Engineer / Tech position at Apex RF?
Company Description Apex RF develops next-generation wireless transmission systems for the broadcast and live production industry, with a focus on IP-native solutions. The company unifies video, camera control, intercom, and data into a single, scalable platform, reducing the complexity of traditional RF workflows. We sell and rent our systems to high profile network broadcasters around the world. Apex RF is dedicated to redefining how wireless broadcast systems are built, enabling more flexible, reliable, and efficient live media productions. Team members have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology shaping the future of live broadcasting.
Role Description This is a full-time, RF Engineer/Technician role that travels to on-site sports broadcasts. The RF Engineer/Technician will deploy our systems along side OB television trucks in large network broadcast environments. Responsibilities include management of our RF systems, integrating our systems with traditional broadcast cameras and specialty camera systems, troubleshooting common technical broadcast and RF issues, management of our RF trucks, and provide superior customer service to our network clients. The role involves regular use of computer networking skills as our systems are 100% IP based. The engineer will collaborate closely with TV truck EICs, Video engineers, Tech managers, and crew.
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Qualifications
- Experience with live television broadcasting environments, sports OB trucks preferred.
- Proficiency in computer networking and an understanding of signal flow.
- Any experience with industry standard television equipment, such as intercom systems, SDI or 2110 video systems, routers, wireless technologies is a plus.
- Experience as an EIC, Video, Tech manager, Fiber tech, TD, or any other technical role is ideal.
- Familiarity with RF technologies is not mandatory, we are willing to train the right candidates.
- Willing to travel up to 200 days of the year to national sporting events is a must.
- Ability to work with a team of engineers and crew while maintaining a positive attitude to accomplish complex RF deployments required.
- Technical mind-set that has high expectations of their work, representing the identity of the company with a distinguished level of professionalism.