Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) engineer

Accord Technologies Inc; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Accord Technologies Inc is seeking a Senior Engineer EMC to support aircraft development, certification, production and in-service programs in Mississauga, Ontario. The role focuses on ensuring EMC compliance and protection of aircraft systems from EMI, HIRF, LIRF, lightning, and ESD throughout the lifecycle.

The candidate will perform analyses, simulations, document EMC procedures and reports, and participate in technical reviews and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Engineering Sciences, Physics is required.
• 8+ years of Aerospace EMC Qualification/Certification experience.
• Strong expertise in EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning Protection, and 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 with multidisciplinary aerospace teams.
• Strong communication, problem solving and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Support aircraft development, certification, production, and in-service EMC programs.
• Ensure compliance with electromagnetic compatibility requirements and protect systems from EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and ESD.
• Execute EMC analyses, simulations, similarity assessments, and compliance evaluations.
• Prepare EMC test procedures, test reports, and certification documentation.
• Plan, witness, coordinate, and report EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and ESD tests.
• Collaborate with engineering, certification, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.

Skills

Aerospace EMC

EMI, HIRF, LIRF, ESD

RTCA DO-160, SAE ARP

FAA, EASA, TCCA Regulations

EMC Certification

Aircraft Development / Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Engineering Sciences or Physics

Tools

HFSS

CST

FEKO

ANSYS

Job description

Role Summary

Senior Engineer Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada (Onsite)
Position type: Contract / Full Time

Experience: 8 years 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 (HFSS, CST, FEKO, ANSYS, etc.) is considered an asset.

Skill Matrix (Mandatory)

• Aerospace EMC
• EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning Protection, ESD
• EMC Certification
• Aircraft EMC Qualification & Certification
• RTCA DO-160, SAE ARP Standards
• FAA, EASA, TCCA Regulations
• EMC Test Procedures, Test Reports, Compliance Documentation
• Aircraft Development / Certification Programs
• 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