Field Service Engineer

DroneShield Limited; Warrenton, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DroneShield Limited is seeking a Field Service Engineer in Warrenton, Virginia to deploy, install, and support advanced counter-drone systems in customer environments. You will collaborate with Sales, Product Development, and Operations to ensure successful delivery and ongoing satisfaction.

The role suits a technically skilled, proactive professional who thrives in customer-facing settings, with hands-on installation, remote and on-site support, and a commitment to safety and data security

Qualifications

• Serve as the primary technical contact throughout the customer lifecycle.
• Support sales with technical consultations and system design reviews.
• Deliver system demonstrations, evaluations, and end-user training.
• Perform remote and on-site troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Escalate issues with clear documentation and context.

Skills

Customer engagement

System installation

Technical troubleshooting

Remote and on-site support

Documentation & training

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Field Service Engineer

Warrenton, Virginia, United States

Work with cutting-edge AI technology that helps make the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) develops market‑leading counter‑drone solutions used by military organisations, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure operators, and law enforcement operating in some of the most challenging and high‑stakes environments in the world. Employees work at the forefront of innovation, solving complex technical problems and delivering mission‑critical capabilities where performance, reliability, and speed matter.

As an ASX200‑listed company and the world's only publicly listed pure‑play counter‑drone business, DroneShield is experiencing rapid growth. Revenue increased from A$57 million in 2024 to more than A$217 million in 2025, supported by record profitability, a global sales pipeline exceeding A$2.5 billion, and annual R&D investment of over A$50 million.

Since 2017, DroneShield has grown from 11 employees to more than 550 globally, with operations across Australia, the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, supporting customers in over 70 countries.

DroneShield's U.S. headquarters in Warrenton, Virginia, supports American customers through locally based R&D, sales, customer support, and engagement with defence and security stakeholders.

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

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 validationSupport 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

Data Privacy

DroneShield Group Pty Ltd collects and processes personal information for recruitment and hiring purposes. Where applicable, personal information is processed on the basis of DroneShield's legitimate interests in assessing and selecting candidates for employment. For further information regarding how we collect, use, disclose, store and retain personal information, including your privacy rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy: https://www.droneshield.com/privacy-policy

This is an anticipated salary range for this role in Virginia. Actual salary varies due to factors that may include but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications and location.

$90,000 - $110,000 USD

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