Field Training and Support Engineer

The Ed Wallach Search Group; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ed Wallach Search Group is seeking a Field Training and Support Engineer in McLean, VA. This pivotal role involves leading technical training and providing essential support for counter-UAS technology. Candidates must have 5–7 years of experience in Field Engineering or Technical Training, alongside deep knowledge of Radio Frequency systems. This is an in-office position with a significant travel requirement of 50–75%. The ideal candidate would hold a FAA Part 107 certification and a relevant engineering degree.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in Field Engineering or Technical Training.
• Deep technical knowledge of RF systems and C-UAS technology is required.
• Experience managing and scaling third-party service providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact training sessions for hardware and software.
• Act as the primary technical lead for external service partners.
• Maintain understanding of RF-based C-UAS technology.
• Diagnose and resolve complex system issues.
• Support on-site surveys and installations.
• Create technical manuals and best-practice guides.

Skills

Field Engineering

Technical Training

Radio Frequency (RF) Systems

Counter-UAS (C-UAS) Technology

Partner Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Job description

Location: McLean, VA

Security Clearance: US Citizen/Clearable

We are seeking a proactive and seasoned Field Training and Support Engineer to serve as the technical cornerstone of our U.S. Customer Success organization. You will be at the forefront of drone safety and security technology, working in a fast‑paced environment where your leadership directly impacts national security and public safety. In this role, you will be the primary product expert for our cutting‑edge counter‑UAS (C-UAS) hardware and software. You will be responsible for empowering our customers and service partners through world‑class training, while providing high‑level technical support. This is not a junior position; we require a leader who can navigate complex Radio Frequency (RF) environments, manage third‑party service partners, and ensure our clients are mission‑ready.

Key Responsibilities

• Training Leadership: Lead high‑impact in‑person and virtual training sessions for our hardware and software suites. Develop and enhance training curricula that cover existing features and future product capabilities.
• Partner Management: Act as the primary technical lead for external service partners. Evaluate, train, and manage these partners to ensure they maintain our high standards for field delivery and support.
• Product Subject Matter Expertise: Maintain an exhaustive understanding of RF‑based C‑UAS technology. Act as the “voice of the product” for U.S. customers, bridging the gap between field reality and internal engineering teams.
• Advanced Technical Support: Serve as a Tier 2 support escalation point. Diagnose and resolve complex system issues and participate in a support rotation to provide seamless coverage for critical client needs.
• Field Deployment & Integration: Oversees or supports on‑site surveys and installations, configurations, and system testing, ensuring hardware and software are optimized for specific RF environments.
• Documentation & Strategy: Create and validate technical manuals, Statements of Work (SOW), and best‑practice guides for end‑users and partners.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 5–7 years of experience in Field Engineering, Technical Training, or Professional Services within a high‑tech hardware/software environment.
• Domain Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) systems and Counter‑UAS (C-UAS) technology is required.
• Partner Oversight: Demonstrated experience managing and scaling third‑party service providers or channel partners.
• Education/Certification: FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Highly Preferred). Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.

Operational Requirements

• Travel: Ability to travel domestically and occasionally internationally to customer sites (Estimated 50–75% of time depending on training schedule).
• Office Presence: Ability to work in the McLean, VA office (this is an in‑office position).
• Availability: Willingness to participate in a support rotation, including occasional nights and weekends.
• Physical Ability: Must be able to lift and move equipment (up to 50 lbs) during field deployments.