EMC / EMI Lab Test Specialist (Multiple Openings - Dartmouth & Ottawa)

EMC / EMI Lab Test Specialist (Levels 1, 2, & 3 – Multiple Openings) 📍 Location: ESL Labs (Dartmouth, NS / Ottawa, ON) 💼 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent ⚡ Industry: Aerospace, Defense, Electronics & Hardware Testing 📢 HIRING AT MULTIPLE LEVELS (LEVELS 1, 2, & 3) We are actively expanding our team and filling multiple openings across Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 positions. Whether you are starting your career in EMI/EMC testing or are a seasoned Level 3 Subject Matter Expert, we encourage you to apply—we will match your experience and qualifications to the right role! 🚀 About the Role Are you an EMC/EMI Testing professional looking to work with cutting-edge aerospace and defense technologies? ESL Labs is growing, and we are looking for talented Lab Test Specialists at Levels 1, 2, and 3 to join our high-performing Design & Test team. In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers to execute crucial electromagnetic testing programs, operate state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, and support mission-critical defense and aerospace projects. 💡 What You’ll Do (Scaled by Experience) Depending on your background and level, your day-to-day will involve: • Testing & Execution: Conduct and lead EMC/EMI test programs according to major military and aerospace standards including MIL-STD-461, RTCA DO-160, and UK DEF-STAN 59-411. • Equipment & Chambers: Set up, calibrate, troubleshoot, and operate sophisticated RF equipment, anechoic/reverberation chambers, spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, signal generators, power amplifiers, and antennas. • Data & Analysis: Document, analyze, and interpret complex test data; identify anomalies; and generate comprehensive technical reports. • Lab Operations & Quality: Execute preventive maintenance, update asset trackers, and assist with lab automation. • Develop or aid in the development of Standard Operting Procedures (SOP), and Qualification Test Procedures/Reports. • Leadership & Mentorship (Levels 2 & 3): Provide technical guidance to junior specialists, review test records, validate SOPs, and collaborate directly with design engineers and defense clients. 🎯 Key Qualifications Education & Experience: • Level 1: Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or a related field (or equivalent). Basic understanding of electrical/electronic principles and multimeters/oscilloscopes. • Level 2: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or related field. 2–4+ years of hands-on EMC/EMI lab experience (Aerospace/Defense preferred). • Level 3: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or related field. 5+ years of progressive hands-on EMC/EMI testing experience. iNARTE certification is a strong plus! Core Skills & Physical Requirements: • Deep or growing familiarity with MIL-STD-461, RTCA DO-160, or DEF-STAN 59-411. • Strong manual dexterity for handling delicate RF equipment and connections. • Physical ability to stand, bend, stoop, and lift/move equipment up to 50 lbs. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 🔒 Security Clearance & Residency Requirements Due to the nature of our defense and aerospace projects, candidates must meet the following security criteria: Key Requirements: NATO Secret Clearance (Canada) 10-Year Verifiable History: Continuous, unbroken address, employment, education, and travel history for the last 10 years. Out-of-Country Checks: Foreign police certificates/verifications are required if you spent 6 consecutive months or longer outside Canada during those 10 years. Citizenship / Status: Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or a citizen of a NATO member nation vetted via a bilateral agreement. 📍 Location & Travel Notes • Primary Location: ESL Labs (Dartmouth, NS / Ottawa, ON). • Level 3 Applicants: Must be open to regular travel between our Ottawa, ON and Dartmouth, NS facilities. 📩 Ready to Apply? Click Apply Now to submit your resume. Please include a brief note or cover letter indicating which level (Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3) best fits your experience! #EMCTestSpecialist #EMITestSpecialist #MILSTD461 #RTCADO160 #RFTestSpecialist #AerospaceTesting #DefenseJobs #ControlledGoods #AnechoicChamber #SpectrumAnalyzer #ElectricalEngineering #CanadaJobs

Execute electromagnetic testing programs for aerospace and defense projects using state-of-the-art RF equipment and chambers. Document test data, generate technical reports, and develop standard operating procedures.

Requires a diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics with experience levels ranging from entry-level to 5+ years. Candidates must be eligible for NATO Secret Clearance and possess a verifiable 10-year history.

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• EMC Testing
• EMI Testing
• RF Equipment Operation
• MIL-STD-461
• RTCA DO-160
• DEF-STAN 59-411
• Spectrum Analyzers
• EMI Receivers
• Signal Generators
• Anechoic Chambers
• Technical Reporting
• Data Analysis
• Calibration
• Lab Automation
• SOP Development
• RF Connections

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Science & Research
• Security & Safety

Formation minimale

Diplôme collégial

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

28 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Associate

Mode de candidature

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