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Field Service Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$66K - $109K/yr

The Field Service Engineer (FSE) provides technical expertise and leadership in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex equipment and systems. This role operates ...

Bio-Techne

Field Service Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$66K - $109K/yr

The Field Service Engineer (FSE) provides technical expertise and leadership in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex equipment and systems. This role operates ...

Knexus

AI Software Engineer (Remote)

Vienna, VA · Remote

... Engineer with 6-8 years of experience to join our AI applications team. This is a fully remote ... As a pioneer in the field, we've spent nearly two decades pushing the boundaries of what is ...

ProSidian Consulting

Resident Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$112K - $143K/yr

No Overtime Pay Basis Remote (within USA - W/ On-Site Meetings Expected) in The CONUS - Located In ... Conducts on-site technical monitoring, field issue review, construction quality oversight, and ...

ProSidian Consulting, LLC

Resident Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$112K - $143K/yr

No Overtime Pay Basis Remote (within USA - W/ On-Site Meetings Expected) in The CONUS - Located In ... Conducts on-site technical monitoring, field issue review, construction quality oversight, and ...

QinetiQ US

Deputy PM

Lorton, VA · On-site +1

$117K/yr

Work with Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, and Engineering leadership to oversee day-to-day site operations across multiple remote field locations, ensuring consistent application of program ...

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What is a remote field engineer?

A Remote Field Engineer is a technical professional who provides engineering support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for equipment or systems, often from a remote location rather than on-site. They use digital tools and communication technologies to diagnose issues, guide repairs, and ensure the smooth operation of machinery or infrastructure. Remote Field Engineers can work in various industries, such as telecommunications, energy, or IT, and may occasionally travel to client sites if necessary. Their role helps minimize downtime and supports clients or teams in locations where specialized technical expertise is needed but not always physically present.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote field engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Field Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, troubleshooting, and system installation, often supported by a relevant engineering degree or certification. Familiarity with remote diagnostic tools, field service management software, and industry-specific equipment is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and self-motivation are essential soft skills for working independently and supporting clients from a distance. These abilities are crucial for delivering timely technical solutions, maintaining customer satisfaction, and ensuring operational efficiency in remote environments.

How does a remote field engineer effectively coordinate with on-site teams and clients while working off-site?

As a Remote Field Engineer, clear communication is essential since you are not physically present on the job site. Most companies rely on video conferencing, project management tools, and real-time reporting platforms to keep remote engineers in the loop. You'll often schedule regular check-ins with on-site teams, review digital documentation, and provide technical guidance remotely. Building strong relationships with both on-site staff and clients helps ensure issues are addressed quickly and projects stay on track. Being proactive and responsive to messages or calls is key to maintaining trust and efficiency in this remote collaboration model.

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Infographic showing various Remote Field Engineer job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution.

Remote Sensing & Nuclear Activity Detection Engineer

Salas O'Brien

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$185K - $195K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Salas O'Brien rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

163rd of 450 rated engineering

Job description

Remote Sensing & Nuclear Activity Detection Engineer
Pay range: $185 - $195,000 annually
Who We Are:
TechSource, a Salas O'Brien company and a previous DOE Small Business of the Year recipient and ten-time Inc. 5000 winner, is a nationally recognized engineering and scientific company specializing in the management and technical delivery of large-scale nuclear and high-technology projects with numerous federal agencies, helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects nationwide. We provide direct access to hundreds of experts and industry leaders in the nuclear sciences, non-proliferation technologies, accelerator physics, and systems engineering arenas with offices in Washington DC, SC, TX, TN, and NM. Our outstanding technical service has earned the company a client retention rate of over 95 percent. As part of Salas O'Brien, we work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients.
Job Summary:
As a full-time Remote Sensing & Nuclear Activity Detection Engineer, you will support program reviews and conferences on mission-critical efforts to prevent, detect, and deter nuclear proliferation worldwide. You will conduct technical analysis, perform program and conference reviews, and advise on detecting nuclear-related activities from stand-off ranges greater than 100 meters from a facility, including airborne, orbital, deep-space, and planetary-based sensing platforms, using your technical expertise in nuclear signatures-radiological, spectral, thermal, seismic, neutron, gamma, and other modalities-and the integration of remote systems capable of identifying, characterizing, and assessing nuclear-related operations. This is a full-time, onsite role supporting Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA), located in Washington, DC.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Active Q or Top Secret clearance.
  • 20 or more years of direct nuclear detection, remote sensing, or non-proliferation work experience. DOE SRS tritium operations work experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
  • Deep knowledge of nuclear signatures and relevant sensing modalities (e.g., gamma/neutron detection, hyperspectral imaging, thermal infrared analysis, RF anomaly detection).
  • Understanding of satellite or airborne sensing systems, or high-altitude/space-based detection platforms.
  • Strong modeling, analysis, and technical writing skills.
  • Willingness to assist the program team with any task assigned, ranging from hanging posters at program reviews/conferences to taking meeting minutes in assigned mission critical meetings as well as performing your own work scope on complex-wide program proposals reviews and assessments.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's or PhD in nuclear engineering, physics, remote sensing, radiological science, space systems engineering, or related field.
  • Experience working with DOE/NNSA, DoD, NASA, or the Intelligence Community.
  • Familiarity with nuclear fuel cycle processes, facility operations, and proliferation pathways.
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Synthetic aperture radar (SAR)
    • Hyperspectral/multispectral payloads
    • Radiation detection instrumentation
    • AI/ML anomaly detection for overhead imagery or sensor data
    • Knowledge of orbital mechanics, space mission design, or planetary remote sensing.

Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this role is $185 - $195,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
TechSource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. TechSource will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Third-Party Agency Notice
TechSource does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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