EMC Lab Technician

Safran; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus program

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + year-end shutdown

Job summary

Safran in California is seeking an EMC Lab Technician to execute EMC/ EMI and Electrical qualification testing to RTCA DO‑160G, Boeing, and Airbus requirements. You will serve as the primary owner of lab readiness, calibration, and audit compliance.

This role requires a technical associate degree or higher and 3–6+ years of aerospace EMC testing experience. You will manage test equipment inventory, support internal and external programs, and maintain audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.
• 3–6+ years experience in EMC / Electrical testing, preferably aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of RTCA DO‑160 (E/F/G)
• Hands-on experience with spectrum analyzers, RF amplifiers, LISNs, probes, and antennas
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Independently execute EMC/EMI and Electrical qualification testing per DO‑160G, Boeing, and Airbus standards
• Act as primary owner of EMC lab equipment inventory, calibration status, and readiness
• Support internal and external qualification testing programs and accredited laboratories
• Maintain continuous audit readiness and compliance with approved Qualification Test Procedures (QTPs)
• Identify, document, and escalation test anomalies or equipment issues

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

RF amplifiers

LISNs

Probes

Antennas

Job description

The EMC Lab Technician is a key technical owner responsible for executing and supporting EMC/EMI and Electrical qualification testing to RTCA DO‑160G, Boeing, and Airbus requirements. This role serves as the primary focal point for EMC laboratory readiness, equipment calibration, and audit compliance, operating with minimal supervision.

Core Responsibilities

• Independently execute EMC/EMI and Electrical qualification testing per DO‑160G, Boeing, and Airbus standards
• Act as primary owner of EMC lab equipment inventory, calibration status, and readiness
• Support internal and external qualification testing programs and accredited laboratories
• Maintain continuous audit readiness and compliance with approved Qualification Test Procedures (QTPs)
• Identify, document, and escalation test anomalies or equipment issues

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
• 3 - 6+ years experience in EMC / Electrical testing, preferably aerospace
• Strong knowledge of RTCA DO‑160 (E/F/G)
• Hands‑on experience with spectrum analyzers, RF amplifiers, LISNs, probes, and antennas
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Benefits

The starting pay range for this position is $33- $41 per hour however, the base pay offered may vary depending on the level of the position, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location.

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to:

• Discretionary bonus program
• Future financial security with a 401(k) program with a company match
• Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off, and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown