How much does a Radio Operator make in Tennessee? The average Radio Operator salary in Tennessee is $36,995 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $32,207 and $42,912. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Radio Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $27,847 TN March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $32,207 TN March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $36,995 TN March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $42,912 TN March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $48,298 TN March 26, 2024
25% $32,207 10% $27,847 90% $48,298 75% $42,912 $36,995 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Radio Operator ?

A radio operator refers to a person who is responsible for the operations of a radio system. The profession of radio operator has become largely obsolete with the automation of radio-based tasks in recent decades. Nevertheless, radio operators are still employed in maritime and aviation fields. In most cases radio transmission is now only one of several tasks of a radio operator. In the United States, the title of Certified Radio Operator is granted to those who pass a test issued by the Society of Broadcast Engineers....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Adams, TN Avg. Salary $35,956 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamsville, TN Avg. Salary $34,119 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, TN Avg. Salary $35,157 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, TN Avg. Salary $37,155 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcoa, TN Avg. Salary $36,636 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, TN Avg. Salary $37,355 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allardt, TN Avg. Salary $36,356 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allons, TN Avg. Salary $36,875 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allred, TN Avg. Salary $36,356 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alpine, TN Avg. Salary $36,356 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Radio Operator in Tennessee
JAM Staffing - Austin , TX
A leading designer of software defined radios is looking for a number of Software Engineers to join their talented team of engineers. Whilst they’d ideally like somebody based in Austin for hybrid working, they would happily consider the right person on a fully remote basis. As a Software Engineer in this business you’ll be a working in a cross-disciplinary agile team that builds cutting edge software radio systems and will design, implement and test embedded software and firmware. In addition, you’ll share your achievements with others, participate in code reviews whilst both learning from and sharing with your colleagues. Your creative insights will enhance their SDR capabilities and allow you to craft flexible software that will have a direct impact on the company’s success. To succeed in the role of Software Engineer you’ll need to have 2+ years of embedded software development experience (C or C++) along with some microcontroller / ARM programming and embedded firmware experience.
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JAM Staffing - Austin , TX
A leading designer of software defined radios is looking for a number of Software Engineers to join their talented team of engineers. Whilst they’d ideally like somebody based in Austin for hybrid working, they would happily consider the right person on a fully remote basis. As a Software Engineer in this business you’ll be a working in a cross-disciplinary agile team that builds cutting edge software radio systems and will design, implement and test embedded software and firmware. In addition, you’ll share your achievements with others, participate in code reviews whilst both learning from and sharing with your colleagues. Your creative insights will enhance their SDR capabilities and allow you to craft flexible software that will have a direct impact on the company’s success. To succeed in the role of Software Engineer you’ll need to have 2+ years of embedded software development experience (C or C++) along with some microcontroller / ARM programming and embedded firmware experience.
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JAM Staffing - Austin , TX
A leading designer of software defined radios is looking for a couple of Lead Software Engineers to join their talented team of engineers, solve problems and drive them to conclusion. Whilst they’d ideally like somebody based in Austin for hybrid working, they would happily consider the right person on a fully remote basis. As a Lead Software Engineer in this business you’ll be helping scale a rapidly growing technical organization that builds cutting edge software radio systems and you’ll lead the design, implementation and testing of embedded software and firmware. In addition, you’ll share your achievements with others, participate in code reviews whilst both learning from and sharing with your colleagues. Your creative insights will enhance their SDR capabilities and allow you to craft flexible software that will have a direct impact on the company’s success. To succeed in the role of Lead Software Engineer you’ll need to have significant embedded software development experience (C
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Christian Music Broadcasters Inc - Des Moines , IA
Paul Cameron began his career in radio prior to graduating from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh in 1980, starting his first job in 1979 as part-time on-air talent at WMKC 96.7FM (an adult contemporary station). In 1980 Paul moved to part-time on-air talent for WHBY-AM 1230 (a news/talk station), and while still working there, began working part-time for WEMI 100.1FM. In 1981, he went full-time for WEMI and over the years served as program director, music director, station manager, and director of radio operations. In 2002 he assumed the role of executive director and general manager for Christian Family Radio, now known as The Family Radio Network. Since 2016 Paul has been chief operating officer and afternoon on-air host. He was part of the transition from one full power station to five full power stations and six translators, all in Wisconsin. Paul has given back to his community by serving on several local boards in various capacities, including The Emergency Shelter of Appleton
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JAM Staffing - Austin , TX
A leading designer of software defined radios is looking for a couple of Lead Software Engineers to join their talented team of engineers, solve problems and drive them to conclusion. Whilst they’d ideally like somebody based in Austin for hybrid working, they would happily consider the right person on a fully remote basis. As a Lead Software Engineer in this business you’ll be helping scale a rapidly growing technical organization that builds cutting edge software radio systems and you’ll lead the design, implementation and testing of embedded software and firmware. In addition, you’ll share your achievements with others, participate in code reviews whilst both learning from and sharing with your colleagues. Your creative insights will enhance their SDR capabilities and allow you to craft flexible software that will have a direct impact on the company’s success. To succeed in the role of Lead Software Engineer you’ll need to have significant embedded software development experience (C
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Army Recruiting Battalion Albany - Manchester , CT
The U.S. Army is at the forefront of communications technology and bolsters one of the most robust communications networks on the planet. As a communications technician in 1 of the 25 Army technical communications careers you will be operating at the highest level of secured and unsecured communication in the country.Basic Qualifications: Be under the age of 35Education - Current Senior in High School(HS), HS Diploma, GED or higherCitizenship - U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident/Green Card Holderbackground and medical screeningBenefits: Up to $40K bonus (Active)Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits(Active)30 day's vacation with pay per year(Active) Additional living expenses for those who have families (Active) Up to $20K bonus (Reserve) Up to $70,000 for additional education benefits (Reserve) Local stability (Reserve)Army Communications jobs include: 25B - Information Technology Specialist, 25C - Radio Operator-Maintainer, 25E - Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager, 25F - Network
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