Field Service Engineer (USA)

DroneShield

Warrenton, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Customer/Client Research, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electronic Engineering, Emerging Technology, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Linux Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Network System Hardware, On Site Support, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Pre-Sales, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Support, Product Testing, Radio Frequency, Record Keeping, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regulatory Compliance, Reliability Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Sales, Subnetting, System Integration (SI), System Test, System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Systems Reliability, Technical Consulting, Technical Sales, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Telecommunications, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Training Program, Training/Teaching, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Validation Testing, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Warrenton, Virginia
POSTED
30+ days ago

About the Role

The Field Service Engineer is responsible for the deployment, installation, and ongoing support of advanced technical systems in customer environments. This role partners cross-functionally with Sales, Product Development, and Operations to ensure successful system delivery, performance, and customer satisfaction from pre-sales through post-installation support.

This position is ideal for a technically skilled, proactive professional who thrives in customer-facing environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and is comfortable navigating dynamic and sometimes ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations 

Customer Engagement & Support

· Serve as the primary technical point of contact throughout the customer lifecycle

· Support Sales with technical consultations, system design reviews, and proposal validation

· Deliver system demonstrations, evaluations, and end-user training

· Provide remote and on-site technical support and troubleshooting

· Build strong relationships with customers across varying technical backgrounds

· Capture and communicate customer feedback to internal stakeholders


System Installation & Delivery

· Plan, coordinate, and execute installation of complex, multi-component systems

· Perform system configuration, commissioning, testing, and validation

· Support deployments, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance activities

· Ensure adherence to safety, compliance, and operational standards


Technical Troubleshooting & Support

· Diagnose and resolve technical issues independently whenever possible

· Escalate complex issues with clear documentation and context

· Perform root-cause analysis and support long-term resolution efforts

· Contribute to system reliability and performance improvements


Collaboration & Product Support

· Act as the “voice of the customer” to Product and Engineering teams

· Support product validation, testing, and software releases

· Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors for successful delivery

· Assist in demo environments and internal testing initiatives


Documentation & Continuous Improvement

· Maintain accurate service records, reports, and technical documentation

· Develop clear, structured documentation for processes and support activities

· Identify opportunities to improve service efficiency and delivery

· Contribute to knowledge-sharing and internal training efforts


Technical Development

· Participate in training programs and hands-on field experience

· Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and industry best practices

· Support internal systems, test environments, and demo equipment



Qualifications, Experience and Skills 

· Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Engineering, Electronics, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)

· Experience in a field service or customer-facing technical role

· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

· Proficiency with Linux operating systems

· Working knowledge of networking (DHCP, subnetting, VPNs)

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

· Willingness to travel up to 50% in support of field operations and customer engagements


Preferred

· Experience with networking hardware and complex system integration

· Exposure to RF, telecommunications, or electronic systems

· Experience testing and validating technical systems

· Familiarity with technical documentation and reporting

· Active or eligible security clearance


Key Attributes

· Proactive self-starter who thrives in ambiguous, fast-changing environments

· Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies

· Excellent documentation skills with high accuracy and attention to detail

· Customer-focused mindset with a professional and confident presence

· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable

· Strong initiative with a continuous learning mindset


Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.


About the Company

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