Sales Engineer – Public Safety - Washington, DC

Silvus Technologies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Silvus Technologies is looking for a Sales Engineer – Public Safety to provide technical support and develop tailored solutions. This role involves customer interaction, product demonstrations, and support for radio and mesh networking solutions. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or similar experience and familiarity with RF instruments. The position is remote for those in the Washington Metropolitan area. A competitive salary range is offered, along with commissions for high performance. Benefits include medical, PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related field with required experience in technical support.
• Proficiency with RF instruments and willingness to travel.
• Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-sales technical support including system planning.
• Become an expert on Silvus radio and networking solutions.
• Prepare and conduct product demonstrations for customers.
• Visit customer sites for technical support and training.
• Troubleshoot field failures and provide feedback to the development team.

Skills

Proficiency with RF instruments

Proficiency with TCP/IP networking

Familiarity with Linux

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organization and attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field

High School Diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience

Tools

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Programming languages (C/C++)

Job description

Overview

Company Overview
Motorola Solutions focuses on people and safer communities through technology. We build and connect solutions to protect people, property, and places, enabling collaboration across safety-focused environments.

Department Overview
Silvus Technologies was acquired by Motorola Solutions in 2025 and is part of its safety and security ecosystem. Silvus develops advanced communications technologies for tactical use, including multi-antenna MIMO radios and mesh networking for secure, reliable connectivity across line-of-sight and non-line-of-sight environments.

The Opportunity

Silvus Technologies is seeking a Sales Engineer – Public Safety to work with Sales, Marketing, and Business Development to provide tailored customer solutions. The role involves technical sales, demonstrations, and support of Silvus radio and mesh networking solutions, with input into product development. Reporting to the Director of Sales Engineering on the Sales Engineering team, the position suits an entrepreneurial technologist who enjoys customer interaction and travel. 100% remote work may be available depending on location; candidates must be based in the Washington Metropolitan area to be eligible for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-sales technical support including system planning, customer training, and system optimization.
• Become an expert on Silvus radio and networking solutions and their advantages over competing technologies.
• Prepare and conduct product demonstrations for customer visits and equipment evaluations.
• Visit customer sites to provide technical support and deliver training.
• Troubleshoot field failures and abnormal situations.
• Collect and analyze field data and provide feedback to the development team.
• Assist design engineers in reproducing and troubleshooting problems.
• Support resource allocation and hardware maintenance for various sales and business development activities.
• Contribute to future product development.
• Travel up to 50% for meetings, events, and demonstrations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field with at least 2 years of demonstrated pre- and post-sales technical support experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with at least 6 years of such experience.
• Proficiency with RF instruments (e.g., signal generators, spectrum analyzers).
• Willingness to travel and work at customer sites.
• Based in the Washington Metropolitan area.
• Security Clearance: Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or ability to obtain within 15 months of hire.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for clients under U.S. government contracts.
• Background check and drug test clearance required for employment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with Linux.
• Proficiency with TCP/IP networking.
• Experience with operating and testing IP radios/modems.
• Knowledge of wireless communication systems, RF signal propagation, and digital communication.
• Proficiency with programming languages such as C/C++.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Participation in trade shows and on-site demonstrations (outdoor environments).
• Exposure to heat, cold, and allergens during tests or demonstrations as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs for demonstration setup.

Compensation

$80,000 - $120,000 annual base salary plus commissions. OTE potential: up to $170,000. The pay range is not a guarantee and varies by experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

As a U.S. Federal Contractor, certain positions require U.S. Person status (citizen or permanent resident). Some roles may require stricter citizenship requirements for certain engineering or R&D positions. This does not apply to international positions. This posting includes basic requirements, travel expectations (25–50%), and other employment conditions. Our benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, bonuses, PTO, and more. EEO statement applies: Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We support an inclusive and accessible recruiting process and provide accommodations as needed.