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.

Find Service Engineer Jobs

Overview

Open roles15
Top employerEmsar
Top cityWashington, DC
Work type43% Remote
Top industryMedical Devices
Companies hiring15

Showing 5 of 15+ Service Engineer jobs

GE HealthCare
Field Service Engineer 2
We won't show you this job again
GE HealthCare
Added 2d ago
Field Service Engineer 2
GE HealthCare
Washington, District of Columbia
Software Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$89k - $133k/yr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Program Management Solutions
Field Service Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Program Management Solutions
Added 1w ago
Field Service Engineer
Program Management Solutions
Washington, District of Columbia
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
Remote (US)
11-50

Have you applied for this role?

Procept BioRobotics
Field Service Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Procept BioRobotics
Added 1w ago
Field Service Engineer
Procept BioRobotics
Washington, District of Columbia
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

Have you applied for this role?

Kentro
Customer Service Engineer (VA ESOM) - EUO Surge Support Travel Team
We won't show you this job again
Kentro
Added 1w ago
Customer Service Engineer (VA ESOM) - EUO Surge Support Travel Team
Kentro
Washington, District of Columbia
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
501-1,000

Have you applied for this role?

ARDENT
Service Desk Engineer (Top Secret Clearance Required)
We won't show you this job again
ARDENT
Added 2w ago
Service Desk Engineer (Top Secret Clearance Required)
ARDENT
Washington, District of Columbia
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in information technology

Have you applied for this role?

See All 15 Service Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

Find roles in District of Columbia that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Service Engineer Jobs

Service Engineer Jobs by City in District of Columbia

Where District of Columbia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Washington
15 jobs

Service Engineer Job Market in District of Columbia

A snapshot from current District of Columbia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Emsar
Emsar1 open role
ARDENT
ARDENT1 open role
Kentro
Kentro1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Medical Devices

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.

See All 15 Service Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

Find roles in District of Columbia that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Service Engineer Jobs