Engineering Specialist, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Bombardier; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans (Dental, medical)

Competitive base salary

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

Job summary

Bombardier in Wichita is seeking an experienced Engineering Specialist, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). You will lead EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and Electrostatics activities, ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards and certification requirements.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support EMC test witnessing across regions. A strong background in EMC within aerospace and familiarity with regulatory materials is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Sciences or Physics.
• Eight years minimum EMC experience; aerospace context preferred.
• Four years with systems/structures EMC qualification/certification in aerospace.
• Familiarity with RTCA/DO-160, SAE ARP standards and airworthiness regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and Electrostatics engineering assignments.
• Drive electromagnetic issue resolution for EMC certification and sustaining activities.
• Define scope, plan activities, identify risks, and manage tasks for EMC projects.
• Review engineering documentation and ensure compliance with certification regulations.
• Provide guidance to junior members and mentor new EMC engineers.

Skills

EMC expertise

Airworthiness knowledge

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering / Engineering Sciences / Physics degree

Tools

Electromagnetic simulation tools

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well‑being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

In your role, you will be reporting to the Engineering EMC Section Chief. The Professional Senior, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) role is a multifaceted position within the Functional, Systems, Research and technology department. At Bombardier, the Electromagnetic Compatibility team is responsible to ensure the safety of our aircraft to internal and external electromagnetic threats including Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), High-Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF), Low-Intensity Radiated Fields (LIRF), Lightning, and Electrostatic Charge. We ensure our aircraft meet all the associated regulatory requirements. Your future team supports all Bombardier products.

• Lead complex engineering assignments related to EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and Electrostatics including performing detailed analyses using similarity assessments, simulation, and/or analytical methods.
• Help drive the resolution of electromagnetic related issues to support EMC certification and sustaining activities to support production and in‑service.
• Define scope of work and EMC effort for engineering projects, plan activities/milestones, highlight technical risks, and complete tasks according to priorities.
• Analyze new and/or modified system or structure designs to assess technical engineering impacts and propose EMC compliance approaches. Review/approve associated engineering documentation such as test procedures, test reports and analysis reports. Verify compliance with certification regulations.
• Propose, drive and support knowledge capture initiatives. Support identification and closure of knowledge and skills gaps.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and interns. Act as EMC lead on projects, delegating and supervising the work of junior team members and interns. Coach, mentor, and train new employees in the EMC team.
• Support creation and updating of technical requirements for EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and Electrostatics.
• Provide EMC guidance and support to collaborative R&D teams (universities, industry) in solving issues related to Electromagnetics and driving activities to completion.
• Represent the EMC team at multidisciplinary meetings. Engage with internal and external suppliers, partners, and clients.
• Identify and implement improvements to Bombardier processes and best practices.
• Support and witness EMC tests in Canada, the United States and Europe as needed.
• Prepare/review aircraft level EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and Electrostatic Discharge test procedures, oversee testing, and generate test reports.
• Prepare Certification Design Compliance Report

How to thrive in this role?

• You hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Sciences or Physics.
• You have eight (8) years minimum experience in EMC that may include work and/or academic experience.
• You have a minimum of four (4) years working experience with systems or structures EMC qualification/certification in the aerospace industry.
• You have knowledge of relevant industry standards (RTCA/DO-160, SAE ARPs) and high‑level familiarity with airworthiness (TCCA, FAA, EASA) Regulations and Advisory Materials pertaining to EMI, HIRF, LIRF, Lightning, and Electrostatics.
• You thrive working in a team, and can leverage the community for support from other disciplines, including airworthiness, manufacturing, and other engineering disciplines to achieve common goals.
• You demonstrate engineering leadership and work autonomously to achieve the goals established for you, your team and your business division.
• You are regarded as a specialist in at least one aspect of EMC and have demonstrated a depth and breadth of knowledge and skill in other areas of EMC. You are recognized by your peers as a resource in the EMC field.
• You have experience participating in major project and design reviews and are able to identify technical, schedule and budget risks related to EMC.
• You possess excellent problem‑solving skills and are capable of applying your expertise to reach creative solutions within a multi‑disciplinary group.
• You possess good oral and written skills, can effectively communicate achievements and challenges to technical as well as non‑technical management. French is an asset.
• You have preferably participated in a minimum of one (1) aircraft development program.
• Experience with electromagnetic simulation tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of the aviation business is an asset.

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Job Engineering Specialist, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

Shift Day job

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 14550 Engineering Specialist, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)