EMC Engineer

Package: (salary dependent on experience) Benefits

Role ID: SF20760

Are you ready to be part of the future At QinetiQ were not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an EMC Engineer at our Boscombe Down site where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role
As an EMC Engineer youll work within the E3 Team supporting the safe and effective conduct of specific test and evaluation activities relating (but not limited) to aircraft (civil and military) Land Platforms and their associated armament and electronic systems/equipment working within project teams alongside other engineering disciplines.

Day-to-day youll be responsible to the Project Manager and Project Technical Lead for deliverables for each project to which you are allocated which may be within Air Land or Maritime Integrated Delivery Teams.

This role is within the Radio Frequency (RF) and Electronics Group which has teams responsible for providing advice for air land and sea platforms and systems. This covers the breadth of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) TEMPEST Electronic Warfare (EW) Radar Cross Section (RCS) and Antenna Measurement as well as providing design skills for the front-end of Radar and RF communications systems to support products and projects in a wide range of domains.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Working within the E3 Team supporting the safe and effective conduct of specific test and evaluation activities mainly with aircraft (civil and military) and Land Platforms
• Providing technical expertise in a customer facing and delivery focused environment
• Understanding customers problems and contribute to innovative solutions
• Providing continued technical engagement with key stakeholders
• Producing written documentation (including presentation material) of technical work in accordance with Project requirements
• Identifying project technical risks and supporting project managers with their management

Essential experience of the EMC Engineer:

• Knowledge of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)/Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
• Understanding of several E3 Technical areas e.g. EMF HIRF certification/qualification
• Understanding of fundamental electromagnetic (EM) theory
• Knowledge of DEF STAN 59-411 (MOD standard for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC))
• Ability to author test plans and technical reports
• Sound knowledge of technical governance

Essential qualifications for the EMC Engineer:

• Recognised Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Physics qualification (at least HND level with relevant experience)
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Physics degree (desirable)
• Evidence of continued learning and development.
• Full UK driving licence

We value difference and we dont have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Boscombe Down site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.

MOD Boscombe Down is a unique operational site featuring the longest military runway in the UK. Primarily focusing on providing testing evaluation and support services for aviation and aerospace systems. Renowned for its extensive flight testing capabilities the site plays a vital role in the UKs aviation defence contributing to the development testing and airworthiness of military aircraft enhancing operational readiness and effectiveness.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum.

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Our Recruitment Process:

At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know by emailing . One of our recruitment team will contact you.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Why Join QinetiQ

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world theres never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee youll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork and pulling together youll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives blend disciplines and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance Travel Insurance Restaurants Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

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