EMC Engineer

Safran; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international technology group is seeking an experienced EMC Test Engineer in the United Kingdom. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of LRU/System EMC test programs, including performing tests, writing procedures and reports, and maintaining lab accreditations. The ideal candidate will have an HNC in electronics or telecommunications and a strong understanding of EMC specifications. This role will require hands-on skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Detail understanding of EMC specifications and standards.
• Ability to write EMC test plans & reports.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform EMC tests on LRUs and systems ensuring accurate and traceable results.
• Produce documentation in line with quality requirements.
• Maintain the EMC lab calibration and asset management database.

Skills

EMC test experience

Technical knowledge of aerospace and military test specifications

Ability to configure EMC measurement software

Hands-on skills (drilling, soldering, wiring)

Good communication skills

Education

HNC or equivalent in electronics or telecommunications

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Responsible for all aspects of LRU / System EMC test programs, including writing test procedures, test reports, performing EMC tests against military and civil aviation specifications to accredited procedures and accurately documenting results. Support project teams throughout the verification and validation process for both qualification and development testing either at the Pitstone EMC facility or at external test facilities. Perform calibration, asset management and maintenance activities in line with EMC procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform EMC tests on LRUs and systems ensuring accurate and traceable results.
• Maintain the EMC lab calibration and asset management database along with associated requirements and trend‑data spreadsheets.
• Maintain the labs ISO17025 accreditation by performing technical competency demonstrations.
• Specify test equipment requirements to meet current, future and interim test requirements.
• Produce documentation in line with SAFRAN and ISO17025 quality requirements.
• Completion of development and qualification test milestones within agreed timescales.
• Maintain EMC test facility and equipment, liaising with suppliers and internal departments.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in electronics or telecommunications.
• Detailed understanding of EMC specifications and standards.
• Provide a high level of EMC test experience and technical knowledge with regards to aerospace and military test specifications and train others to perform tests.
• Ability to configure EMC measurement and control software.
• Configure EMC test equipment, including writing EMC test equipment software drivers.
• Write EMC test plans & reports, both development and qualification.
• Able to follow procedures and clear instructions whether working independently or as part of a team.
• Have a positive attitude and flexible, proactive approach to all aspects of work.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet program deadlines.
• Aptitude for hands‑on work, including experience with drilling, soldering & wiring.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal when dealing with all levels within the development team and also when required with maintenance and individual project engineers.
• Good working knowledge of MS Software i.e. Excel, Word.
• Ability to debug and solve issues with EMC test setups in a timely manner; help to identify and resolve EUT non‑compliances; build EUT support equipment and test specific equipment.

About Safran

Safran is an international high‑technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.