Test Engineer - Electromagnetic Compatibility

Mbda Systems; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Stevenage seeks a Test Engineer - Electromagnetic Compatibility. This role involves performing hands-on tests, producing reports, and ensuring compliance with defence standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in EMC Testing and strong analytical skills. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 and includes benefits such as a company bonus and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience in EMC Testing to Defence Standards.
• Understanding of EMC and design principles.
• Ability to work autonomously to meet delivery needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform various EMC test activities in line with a Test Plan.
• Produce Test Reports detailing results and analysis.
• Execute formal tests in the electromagnetic environment.

Skills

EMC Testing experience

Compliance 5 Software

EMC 32 Software

Electronics knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Physics knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Higher education in Electronics, Electrical, Physics, EMC or related fields

Job description

Test Engineer - Electromagnetic Compatibility

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Location: Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

Salary: Up to £55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on site due to hands‑on testing; working from home available when not testing.

Security Clearance: British Citizen. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).

The Opportunity

The Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) department is unique within MBDA, split between a highly skilled test team working in our state‑of‑the‑art EMC facility and a project consultancy team embedded across all projects. This role is part of the EMC Test Team, supporting MBDA programmes throughout the product development cycle—from risk‑reduction test activities to full qualification testing. Your main responsibilities will include performing EMC test activities in line with a Test Plan, producing Test Reports, and executing formal tests in the products’ intended electromagnetic environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform various EMC test activities in line with a Test Plan produced by the EMC Project Team.
• Produce Test Reports detailing results and analysis.
• Execute formal tests in the products’ intended electromagnetic environment at the EMC Laboratories.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure good EMC practice and design.
• Represent MBDA in discussions with customers and influence project teams on EMC qualification.

Essential Qualifications

• Previous experience in EMC Testing to Defence Standards.
• Experience using Compliance 5 and EMC 32 Software.
• Higher education or substantial experience in Electronics, Electrical, Physics, EMC or related fields.
• Understanding of EMC and design principles.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work to defined deadlines and within budget limits.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Professional manner and adaptability to evolving company needs.
• Capability to work autonomously to meet delivery needs.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of military EMC standards (e.g., Defence Standard 59‑41 / 59‑411, AECTP500, Mil‑Std‑461, RTCA DO160 / EUROCAE ED‑14).
• Experience delivering support around electromagnetic compatibility.

Benefits

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance).
• Pension: maximum employer/employee contribution of up to 14%.
• Paid overtime opportunities.
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal and fertility treatments.
• Facilities: subsidised meals, free car parking and more.

What’s in it for You?

• Build on your EMC knowledge alongside subject‑matter experts.
• Be part of a highly valued team known for its expertise and excellent test facilities.
• Opportunity to represent MBDA in customer discussions.
• Influence project teams on how EMC qualification occurs.
• Potential to participate in research or investigation studies.
• Bring your unique ideas and skill set to the team.

Our Company

MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to supporting the Armed Forces. We partner with governments to defend our freedom. We pride ourselves on inclusive employee‑led networks such as Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability, and more. Everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak with us should you require advice, support or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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