EMC (E3) Engineer

Leonardo UK Ltd; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private healthcare

Generous pension up to 15%

Flexible benefits up to £500

Learning & development access

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Leonardo UK Ltd in Yeovil, Somerset, is seeking an EMC Engineer (E3) to join the Helicopter Division. You will work on EMC/ E3 testing, bid support, and qualification activities for aircraft systems, contributing to compliance with DO-160 and other airworthiness standards.

The role requires on-site presence 2–3 days a week, with opportunities for varied seniority. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement design mitigation and produce documentation for certification and

Qualifications

• Experience in EMC engineering within aerospace or avionics is preferred.
• Familiarity with airworthiness regulations and qualification processes.
• Knowledge of EMC testing methods and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Support bid activities for future contracts.
• Identify equipment qualification requirements and strategies.
• Prepare aircraft test documentation and conduct E3 testing (HIRF, MMC, TEMPEST, HERO/HERP).
• Review vendor qualification activities per EMC aerospace standards (DO-160, DEF STAN 59-411).
• Evaluate modifications for electromagnetic environmental effects and advise multidisciplinary teams.
• Undertake helicopter testing/ analyses and document results.
• Implement design mitigation at platform level.
• Produce documentation to demonstrate compliance with civil/military requirements.

Skills

EMC Engineering

E3 Testing

Aerospace standards

System integration

Bid support

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Avionics/Electrical Engineering/Physics

Job description

Job Description: Can you apply your EMC knowledge to Helicopters? We are looking to recruit our next EMC/ Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Engineer to join our team within the Helicopter Division based in Yeovil, Somerset. There is opportunity to work at varying levels of seniority and complexity, dependent on your experience.

What you’ll do as EMC Engineer:

• Support bid activities for future contracts.
• Identify equipment qualification requirements and agree vendor equipment design and qualification strategies including test/analysis/ similarity documents.
• Prepare aircraft test documentation and conduct E3 testing (HIRF, Mutual Compatibility and TEMPEST, HERO/ HERP) on aircraft as directed.
• Review and manage vendor qualification activities according to EMC aerospace standards (DO-160, DEF STAN 59-411)
• Evaluate modifications of varying complexity with respect to electromagnetic environmental effects and provide Subject Matter Expert input to multidisciplinary teams throughout the design/development activity
• Undertake Helicopter testing/ analyses including generation of required documentation
• Analyse and implement design mitigation measures at platform level
• Produce documentation to support demonstration of compliance with civil/military requirements

Due to the nature of the work this role does require on-site presence for a minimum of 2-3 days per week.

What you’ll bring

• First/ Second Degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Avionics, Electronics, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, RF & Microwave) or HNC/HND/BTEC with experience
• Previous knowledge and experience of working in the electromagnetics discipline and ideally aerospace
• Have knowledge and understanding of the relevant airworthiness regulations
• Knowledge and experience in the design, development, integration and qualification of aircraft electrical and avionic systems, including: Electrical design Electrical Generation and Distribution Systems Electrical Installation Lighting systems Electromagnetic Compatibility Air Vehicle systems Avionic system
• This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above.
• The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Primary Location

GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd

Contract Type

Permanent

Hybrid Working

Hybrid International, multicultural, innovative, technological: this is Leonardo. The company’s passionate and talented team is strongly influenced by STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) expertise, with a diverse range of experience that enables colleagues to share knowledge and know-how across the generations. Leonardo always wants to expand its talent pool, here you can find the right opportunity for you!