Specialist, Systems Engineering I&T (Brantford)

Job Overview

Specialist, EMC Test Designer (L3) – Shift: 9/80. The WESCAM division develops advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, national security, search & rescue, and airborne law enforcement agencies. The role is part of the EMI team responsible for development of test procedures and documentation, execution of EMI testing in-house and at external labs, and acting as a technical resource for other departments.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage assigned projects, generate timely and quality outputs, and work with associated parties to meet delivery schedule.
• Conduct EMI testing at internal test facilities and work with outside test facilities to complete L3Harris Wescam EMI testing.
• Generate formal qualification test reports for internal and external testing.
• Generate EMI‑centered test plans and procedures.
• Develop EMI control plans as part of the new product development process (as required).
• Assist design engineers in evaluating EMI/EMC performance of new designs.
• Provide technical guidance to internal and external customers on system requirements for all aspects of EMI testing, including direct and indirect lightning, ESD, HIRF and HEMP requirements.
• Support bids and proposals work with estimates and gap analysis.
• Support Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Travel off‑site as required.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of MIL‑STD‑810, MIL‑STD‑461, MIL‑STD‑464, MIL‑STD‑704 and RTCA DO‑160 standards.
• Working knowledge of TILE integrated test setting software, able to define and debug test sequences.
• Programming skills in Matlab, Python, and/or database management are desirable.
• Familiarity with electro‑mechanical motion control systems.
• Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency at test documentation.
• Ability to deal directly with internal and external customers.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality management system.
• Familiarity with MBSE modelling an asset.
• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

Additional Information

For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best. L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a Government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. L3Harris performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing where required.