Service Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia
Service Engineer jobs in District of Columbia are concentrated in a market driven by federal government contracting, defense systems, and enterprise IT infrastructure, with demand at levels from field technician to senior systems engineer. Most hiring is in and around Washington itself, with Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and SAIC among the established employers with a lasting presence in the region. The most in-demand specialties are systems integration, cybersecurity infrastructure, and biomedical equipment servicing tied to the area's hospital and government networks. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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As a Field Service Engineer 2, you will perform preventative maintenance, installations, troubleshooting, and repairs on our life-changing medical equipment for Imaging modalities within a hospital or healthcare system in the Maryland, DC, Northern VA area.This role is remote
This role covers the Maryland, DC, and Northern VA areas
This role offers relocation
This role is 1st shift
This role includes a company-paid vehicle
GE Healthcare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our mission is to improve lives in the moments that matter. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.
Job Description
Perform timely and accurate preventative maintenance, installations, and troubleshooting on medical equipment within a hospital or healthcare system to ensure optimal delivery of healthcare services to patients.
Maintain relationships with customers and ensure timely communication, resolution and proper follow-up to drive customer satisfaction.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and hospital protocols, to ensure regulatory and compliance requirements are met; ensure documentation of all work performed is captured, including the ordering of parts.
Desirable : Ultrasound/ X-Ray/ vascular or other imaging experience, other modalities a plus.
Qualifications
Associates degree, Bachelor’s degree, military education or High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years of experience servicing electrical equipment.
2+ years of experience servicing electrical equipment.
Valid Driver’s License
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
The successful applicant must comply with GEHC's standard background check, including a post-offer drug test. In addition, during employment, the employee must comply with all customer access policies, including but not limited to obtaining and/or providing proof of required immunizations, and additional drug tests or background checks (including a federal government background check if assigned to support a contract with the federal government).
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 lbs. unassisted and frequently bend, stoop, twist, climb, crouch and squat, kneel and crawl, sit and stand for long periods of time. Must also be able to reach at, above and below shoulder level, flex and extend neck and have good hand and finger dexterity.
Ability to be available after-hours and/or work a rotating on-call schedule, including weekends.
Experience interfacing with both internal team members and external customers as part of a solution-based service process.
We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.
Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.
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We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. For U.S. based positions only, the pay range for this position is $88,960.00-$133,440.00 Annual. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). GE HealthCare offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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What District of Columbia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in service engineer jobs across District of Columbia.
- Active security clearance or eligibility for federal contractor roles in DC
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering or related field
- Experience diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical, electrical, or networked systems
- Familiarity with IT infrastructure, networking protocols, or enterprise hardware environments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for federal client-facing assignments
- Ability to pass background checks required by government contractor engagements in DC
Service Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a service engineer in District of Columbia?
Most service engineer roles in DC require a bachelor's degree in engineering, electronics, or a related technical field, though associate degrees combined with strong field experience are accepted by some employers. DC does not issue a general service engineer license, but roles tied to federal contractors often require security clearance eligibility processed through the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency. Biomedical service engineers working in DC hospital systems typically pursue CBET certification through the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation.
Which companies hire service engineers in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia service engineer roles are posted by Emsar, ARDENT, and Kentro and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. DC's dense concentration of federal agencies and defense contractors means many openings are tied to long-term government contracts, making large systems integrators and IT services firms among the most consistent sources of postings.
Which District of Columbia cities have the most service engineer jobs?
Washington account for the most service engineer openings in District of Columbia. Washington's concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and major hospital systems like MedStar and Children's National drives the bulk of demand, while nearby areas benefit from the extended footprint of contractors operating across the National Capital Region.
Are there remote service engineer jobs in District of Columbia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 57% of service engineer openings tied to District of Columbia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most service engineering work. The roles most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are those focused on systems monitoring, software diagnostics, or technical documentation rather than on-site equipment servicing.
How can I get hired as a service engineer in District of Columbia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in DC is through a field service technician or junior systems support role at a government contractor or large healthcare system. Employers like Leidos and Booz Allen Hamilton run associate and entry-level technical programs that hire candidates with relevant degrees and no direct field experience. Earning a CompTIA certification, pursuing CBET training, or completing a co-op at a DC-area federal facility strengthens your candidacy. Lateral moves from IT helpdesk, laboratory technician, or facilities maintenance roles are common entry points.
Where can I find and apply to service engineer jobs in District of Columbia?
You can find and apply to service engineer jobs in District of Columbia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the area. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and availability.
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