Senior Field Service Engineer

QinetiQ U.S.; Fort Belvoir (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ Inc. is seeking a Senior Systems & Field Service Engineer to support CUAS systems for the Digital Night Vision Technology customer at Fort Belvoir, VA.

This hybrid role blends system administration with hands-on field support across international locations. The role requires 5+ years in network/electrical engineering, Linux proficiency, and a DoD clearance; travel and austere environment work are expected.

Qualifications

• Network and/or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience (5+ years).
• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise systems technologies from deployment through sustainment.
• Very knowledgeable in Linux operating system.
• Willingness to travel internationally to austere environments/locations, support extended work weeks, and work with on-site teams at Fort Belvoir, VA as needed.
• Active DoD Secret or higher level clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment and configuration of enterprise systems for construction management, design coordination, and project delivery.
• Serve as a system administrator for high-value tooling, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Optimize business processes by creating SOPs and TTPs; modernize automated solutions to reduce manual overhead.
• Analyze system performance using back-end metrics; pro-actively resolve technical issues and ensure business continuity.
• Manage customer relationships and system onboarding/offboarding procedures.
• Maintain technical documentation and system usage guidelines.
• Conduct on-site installations, repairs, and maintenance of surveillance, communication, and network systems.
• Perform site surveys, hardware configuration, and sustainment support CONUS/OCONUS environments.
• Provide training for end-users and system operators.

Job description

Senior Field Service Engineer

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ Inc. is seeking a Senior Systems & Field Service Engineer (FSE) to support the integration, quality assurance, delivery, and sustainment of a Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (CUAS) for our Digital Night Vision Technology (DNVT) customer at Fort Belvoir VA. This hybrid role combines strategic system administration and optimization with hands-on field support, maintenance, and deployment for high-impact programs across multiple international locations.

This role will play a pivotal role in implementing enterprise-level tools for design, construction, and operational environments while also providing field-level support to ensure system readiness, security, and performance in diverse and often austere settings. As the prime contractor, the position will oversee all engineering efforts for the team and its teammates.

Responsibilities

Systems Operations & Administration duties:

• Lead the deployment and configuration of enterprise systems for construction management, design coordination, and project delivery.
• Serve as a system administrator for high-value tooling, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Optimize business processes by creating Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP). Modernized automated solutions to reduce manual overhead and improve system usability.
• Analyze system performance using back-end metrics; pro-actively resolve technical issues and ensure business continuity.
• Manage customer relationships and system onboarding/offboarding procedures.
• Maintain technical documentation and system usage guidelines.

Field Engineering & Maintenance duties:

• Conduct on-site installations, repairs, and maintenance of surveillance, communication, and network systems.
• Perform site surveys, hardware configuration, and sustainment support CONUS/OCONUS environments.
• Support non-intrusive inspection systems (NIIS), including de-installation, training, and diagnostics.
• Provide training for end-users and system operators.
• Conduct temporary install/uninstall of CUAS systems in a variety of locations/environmental conditions to support client CUAS testing and evaluation operations.
• Conduct permanent/semi-permanent installs and continuing operational support, monitoring, and maintenance of CUAS systems in a variety of locations/environmental conditions to support client CUAS operational requirements.
• Make recommendations to the CUAS PM for equipment modifications/upgrades based on experience gained through testing and operational use of CUAS systems.
• Deploy overseas locations to perform technical inspections, system checks, fault diagnosis, identify causes of failures, and replace Least Replaceable Unit (LRU), test and restore CUAS systems to full functionality.
• Conduct basic programming of CUAS systems (install/upgrade load sets, firmware, software upgrades, etc.).
• Work with the CUAS Team to develop and conduct training on proper care, use, maintenance and preventive maintenance of systems.

Required Qualifications

• Network and/or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience (5+ years).
• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise systems technologies from deployment through sustainment.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills in technical, mechanical, or network environments.
• Very knowledgeable in Linux operating system.
• Willingness to travel internationally to austere environments/locations, support extended work weeks, and work with on-site teams at Fort Belvoir, VA as needed.
• The ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and operate in varying temperature conditions.
• Active DoD Secret or higher level clearance #qinetiqclearedjob

Preferred Qualifications

• Trained in National Electrical Code (NEC) compliance, Cable termination and testing (RJ45, Fiber connectors), ICD and schematic reading.
• Familiarity with SWIR (Short wave/Infrared) technologies
• Familiarity with CROWS (common remotely operated weapons station)
• Familiarity with passive radar systems
• Certified IPC Specialist (CIS).
• BICSI Technician Certification
• Military veteran or defense contracting C-UAS experience is a strong plus.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.