EMC Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2025. Westerkirk scores B on the Alion truth index.
ProfileReporting directly to the Electrical & EMC & EWIS manager, the EMC Engineer will be responsible for aircraft protection against electromagnetic threats, including inter-system EMI, ESD, HIRF, and lightning.
Key Responsibilities
Execute complex engineering assignments requiring expertise in the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) field.
Assess compliance with fuel tank explosion prevention requirements for new and existing products.
Review qualification documentation in electromagnetics (e.g., magnetic effects, audio frequency susceptibility, induced signal susceptibility, RF susceptibility, RF emissions, lightning-induced susceptibility, lightning direct effects, electrostatic discharge).
Assess aircraft-level inter-system electromagnetic interference.
Analyze modifications and non-conformances at the aircraft level and evaluate compliance with certification regulations.
Participate in meetings and design reviews with system suppliers for design optimization and cost reduction.
Participate in continued airworthiness projects as required and propose risk-mitigating solutions.
You are familiar with regulatory working relationships with TC, EASA, or FAA, and you must be capable of obtaining DAD / DAR status.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Specialization in electromagnetics is a strong asset.
Minimum of 5 years of working experience in the EMC specialty.
A general knowledge of aircraft and system design.
Skills
Knowledge of electromagnetic fields, theory and transmission line phenomena, antennas and propagation, signal integrity, and EMI/EMC.
Knowledge of 14 CFR 25.954 and 25.981 regulations and fuel tank protection against lightning, HIRF, static electricity, and other hazards.
The candidate shall be familiar with the relevant industry standards and best practices (DO-160, SAE ARP, FAA advisory circulars and regulations), as well as other applicable airworthiness regulations.
The candidate shall be able to analyze modifications at the aircraft level and check compliance with certification regulations.
Knowledge EMA3D electromagnetic threat simulation / analysis tool is an asset.
The candidate shall be self-motivated and are proactive in finding solutions to problems.