EMC Engineer

at  De Havilland

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd. (‘DHC’) is a proudly Canadian aerospace company currently transitioning its corporate headquarters to Calgary, AB. DHC is undertaking a consolidation of its underlying subsidiary companies under a single brand currently offering engineering, aftermarket, new aircraft manufacturing, modifications, parts manufacturing, and flight training. DHC currently has approximately 1,200 employees based in BC, AB and ON as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide. Our strong entrepreneurial spirit, together with a culture of empowerment, quality and innovation create opportunities to grow and succeed in an organization with a proud heritage and bright future.
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The EMC Engineer/Technologist will be responsible for aircraft protection against electromagnetic threat, including inter-system EMI, ESD, HIRF and Lightning.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute complex engineering assignments requiring expertise within Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) field.
• Assess compliance with fuel tank explosion prevention requirements for new and existing products.
• Review qualification documentation in electromagnetics (e.g., magnetic effects, audio frequency susceptibility, induced signal susceptibility, RF susceptibility, RF emissions, lightning induced susceptibility, lightning direct effects, electrostatic discharge).
• Assess aircraft level inter-system electromagnetic interference.
• Analyze modifications and non-conformances at aircraft level and evaluate compliance with certification regulations.
• Participate in meetings and design reviews with system suppliers for design optimization and cost reduction.
• Participate in Continued Airworthiness projects as required and propose risk mitigating solutions.
• You are familiar with regulatory working relationships with TC, EASA or FAA and you must be capable of obtaining DAD / DAR status.

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Specialization in electromagnetics is a strong asset.
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in the EMC specialty.

Skills & Experience

• A general knowledge of aircraft and system design.
• Knowledge of electromagnetic fields, theory and transmission line phenomena, antenna and propagation, signal integrity, EMI/EMC.
• Knowledge of 14 CFR 25.954 and 25.981 regulations and fuel tank protection against lightning, HIRF, static electricity and other hazards.
• The candidate shall be familiar with the relevant industry standards and best practices DO-160, SAE ARP, FAA advisory circulars and regulations, as well as other applicable airworthiness regulations.
• The candidate shall be able to analyze modifications at aircraft level and check compliance with certification regulations.
• Knowledge EMA3D electromagnetic threat simulation / analysis tool is an asset.
• The candidate shall be self-motivated and are proactive in finding solutions to problems.

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence.
As such, it is an expectation that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals.
Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks

• Execute complex engineering assignments requiring expertise within Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) field.
• Assess compliance with fuel tank explosion prevention requirements for new and existing products.
• Review qualification documentation in electromagnetics (e.g., magnetic effects, audio frequency susceptibility, induced signal susceptibility, RF susceptibility, RF emissions, lightning induced susceptibility, lightning direct effects, electrostatic discharge).
• Assess aircraft level inter-system electromagnetic interference.
• Analyze modifications and non-conformances at aircraft level and evaluate compliance with certification regulations.
• Participate in meetings and design reviews with system suppliers for design optimization and cost reduction.
• Participate in Continued Airworthiness projects as required and propose risk mitigating solutions.
• You are familiar with regulatory working relationships with TC, EASA or FAA and you must be capable of obtaining DAD / DAR status