Electromagnetic Systems & E3 Lead Technician

NATO; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-year contract

Tax-free salary

Expatriation allowances

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

30 days annual leave

Professional training

Job summary

NATO's Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) seeks a Chief Technician (Electronics Systems Operations and Maintenance) based in Brunssum, Netherlands. The role leads shielding effectiveness testing for deployable CIS and infrastructure, shaping planning, resource use and quality across facilities.

The position requires 4+ years of EMI/E3 field exposure or equivalent, plus EMC knowledge, electrical safety and English fluency.

Qualifications

• Experience in EMI/E3 environments and related fieldwork.
• Solid understanding of EMC theory and related safety considerations.
• Knowledge of antenna design, wave propagation and lightning protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Shielding Effectiveness testing for deployable, static and maritime CIS and related facilities.
• Develop and maintain planning/scheduling framework to optimize resources and ensure on-time outputs.
• Mentor and develop junior technicians; enable progression to higher responsibility roles.
• Standardize best practices and drive continuous improvement in processes, KPIs, and reporting.

Skills

EMI/E3 field experience

EMC theory

Antenna and wave propagation

Electrical distribution and safety

English fluency

Education

Higher vocational training (relevant discipline)

Secondary education (with experience)

Job description

NATO's Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) seeks a Chief Technician (Electronics Systems Operations and Maintenance) based in Brunssum, Netherlands. The role leads shielding effectiveness testing for deployable CIS and infrastructure, shaping planning, resource use and quality across facilities.

The position requires 4+ years of EMI/E3 field exposure or equivalent, plus EMC knowledge, electrical safety and English fluency.