Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) engineer

Role: Senior Engineer Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada (Onsite)

Position type: Contract / Full Time

Experience - 8yrs in EMC, 4 years working experience with systems or structures EMC

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) to support aircraft development, certification, production, and in-service programs. The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with electromagnetic compatibility requirements and protecting aircraft systems and structures from electromagnetic threats including Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), High-Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF), Low-Intensity Radiated Fields (LIRF), Lightning Effects, and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).

The role involves executing complex EMC engineering assignments including technical analyses, similarity assessments, simulations, and compliance evaluations. The engineer will support the resolution of EMC-related issues impacting certification, production, and operational aircraft while ensuring compliance with applicable aerospace regulations and industry standards.

The candidate will evaluate new and modified aircraft systems and structures to determine EMC impacts and define appropriate compliance strategies. Responsibilities include reviewing and preparing engineering documentation such as EMC test procedures, test reports, analysis reports, and certification compliance documentation.

The selected candidate will support aircraft-level EMC qualification testing activities including planning, witnessing, coordinating, and reporting of EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and ESD tests. The role also includes participation in technical reviews, project planning, and risk assessment activities to support successful program execution.

Additionally, the engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, certification, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to ensure EMC requirements are effectively integrated throughout the aircraft development lifecycle. The role may also include mentoring junior engineers and supporting continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices.

Candidate Profile Expectations

Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, Engineering Sciences, Physics, or a related discipline

Minimum 8+ years of Aerospace EMC Qualification/Certification experience

Strong expertise in EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning Protection, and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

Experience with RTCA DO-160 and SAE ARP Standards

Familiarity with FAA, EASA, and TCCA Airworthiness Regulations

Experience preparing EMC Test Procedures, Test Reports, and Compliance Documentation

Experience supporting Aircraft EMC Testing and Certification Activities

Ability to perform technical analyses and resolve complex EMC issues

Experience working within multidisciplinary aerospace engineering teams

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

Experience Mentoring Junior Engineers Is Preferred

Fuel Tank Ignition Prevention experience is considered an asset

EMC Simulation Tool experience is considered an asset

Skill Matrix (Mandatory)

Skill Area

Skills

Years of Experience and Remarks

Aerospace EMC

EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning Protection, ESD

EMC Certification

Aircraft EMC Qualification & Certification

Industry Standards

RTCA DO-160, SAE ARP Standards

Airworthiness Regulations

FAA, EASA, TCCA Regulations

EMC Testing

EMC Test Procedures, Test Reports, Compliance Documentation

Aircraft Programs

Aircraft Development / Certification Programs

Education

Electrical Engineering, Engineering Sciences, Physics

Nice to Have

Fuel Tank Ignition Prevention Experience

EMC Simulation Tools Experience (HFSS, CST, FEKO, ANSYS, etc.)

French Language Skills