Intern-Video Systems Engineer

We've come along way from the old flickering film reels of 1931. Midcontinent Communications was born in the era when "talkies" — films with actors actually speaking lines on camera — were first becoming a global phenomenon.

Obtain an overall knowledge of digital video processing and distribution systems. Develop the technical knowledge to assist with the build-out, maintenance, and support of Midcontinent’s digital video systems.

• Provide support of the MC Video and RF product distribution system through knowledge of analog and digital Video, VOD, ad insertion and conditional access systems; to assist in the build-out and maintenance of the video product distribution system.
• Assist Video Engineers in executing internal projects and processes directed toward promoting the health of the overall network; including but is not limited to: Preventive maintenance, EAS, status monitoring, and lab testing.
• Work with Video Systems Engineers to ensure Midcontinent’s video services are operated and maintained in a manner consistent with the requirements of the services carried on the systems.
• Develop a basic knowledge of QAM modulation, conditional access, content acquisition, encoding, rate shaping, multiplexing, encryption, MPEG-2/4, and ad insertion.
• Keep management and team members up-to-date of engineering activities, issues and progress.
• Develop a working knowledge of satellite video transport and network systems.
• Assist with system component installation as necessary.
• Assist Video Engineers in developing specifications and parameters for the design of cable network.
• Compile timely, comprehensive, and accurate reports as requested.
• Communicate effectively and professionally in all forms of communication both internally and externally when required.
• Adhere to Midcontinent Communications privacy guidelines to ensure each customer’s privacy.
• Maintain regular attendance as required by your position.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Function as an effective team member while supporting the efforts and concepts of other departments.
• Support the mission, vision, and values of Midcontinent Communications.
• Apply personal ethics, honesty, initiative, flexibility, responsibility and confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
• Possess an enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, and detail-oriented approach towards work and all work projects.
• Possess strong problem solving and decision making skills while using good judgment.
• Multi-task and change from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with co-workers and management.
• Identify opportunities for improvement while creating and implementing viable solutions.
• All employees are required to actively follow Midcontinent policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Enrolled in an Associate or Bachelor Degree program towards Electronic Engineering / Technology, Computer Science, or Network Engineering required.
• Computer and networking experience required.
• One year of hands-on technical experience desired.