EMC Engineer: Aviation Electromagnetic Compatibility

Cyient Limited; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 128,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyient Limited in Canada is seeking an EMC Engineer reporting to the Electrical & EMC & EWIS manager to protect aircraft against electromagnetic threats such as EMI, ESD, HIRF and lightning.

You will execute complex EMC assignments, review qualification documentation, assess aircraft-level interference, and collaborate with suppliers to optimize design and ensure regulatory certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; specialization in electromagnetics is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ EMC experience in aerospace or related fields.
• Solid understanding of aircraft and system design.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex engineering assignments in the EMC field.
• Assess compliance with fuel tank explosion prevention requirements.
• 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 for certification alignment.
• Participate in meetings and design reviews with system suppliers for design optimization and cost reduction.
• Contribute to continued airworthiness projects as required and propose risk-mitigating solutions.
• Navigate regulatory relationships with TC, EASA, or FAA and aim for DAD / DAR status.

Skills

EMC theory & fields

RF/EMI/EMC expertise

Antenna & transmission line

DO-160 / SAE ARP familiarity

Regulatory knowledge (FAA/EASA/TC)

Problem solving & proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

EMA3D

Job description

Cyient Limited in Canada is seeking an EMC Engineer reporting to the Electrical & EMC & EWIS manager to protect aircraft against electromagnetic threats such as EMI, ESD, HIRF and lightning.

You will execute complex EMC assignments, review qualification documentation, assess aircraft-level interference, and collaborate with suppliers to optimize design and ensure regulatory certification.