Master Control Operator

Description

Leidos is seeking a Master Control Operator who will be responsible for monitoring and managing the quality of broadcast signals on air, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and coordinating with center-based Video Operations teams to maintain a smooth broadcast flow. The Master Control Operator will oversee the transmission of programming, recording of programs, and adjust video and audio levels, acting as the central hub for ensuring a NASA's on-air content is accurate and delivered on time.

This position requires the ability to work independently with general direction. Join us at AEGIS where the sky is NOT the limit!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitoring broadcast signals: Continuously observe live and recorded programs on air to check for quality issues like picture quality, audio levels, and proper transitions.
• Program scheduling and logging: Set up and schedule program air times, including pre-show tests, according to the program log.
• Ingesting media: Receive and manage media from various sources like streaming feeds, satellite feeds, cable networks, and studio productions.
• Troubleshooting equipment: Identify and resolve technical issues with broadcast equipment to maintain a stable transmission.
• Compliance with regulations: Adhere to FCC guidelines regarding content, signal strength, and station identification.
• Communication with other departments: Collaborate with production teams, OCOMM, and newsrooms to coordinate broadcast elements.
• Recording programs: Capture live broadcasts or scheduled programs for future use.
• Emergency procedures: Respond to unexpected situations like technical failures or breaking news with appropriate actions.
• This position may require shift work, including nights and weekends.

Basic Qualifications:

• Technical knowledge: Understanding of broadcast equipment, video formats, audio mixing, and transmission protocols.
• Attention to detail: Ability to closely monitor multiple screens and identify minor errors in broadcast quality.
• Problem-solving skills: Quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues under pressure.
• Time management: Efficiently manage program schedules and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Communication skills: Clear communication with colleagues in different departments to coordinate broadcast elements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• FCC Level 1 license

Education:

• Bachelor with 3 years of experience; experience may be considered in lieu of education

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.