EMI Test Engineer

An EMI Test Engineer job in Rockford, IL is currently available through Belcan at one of our key aerospace clients. To be considered for this role, you will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline along with several years of experience supporting EMI/EMC testing activities. In this role, you will be responsible for developing test procedures, configuring test setups, executing EMI testing, and generating test reports to support aerospace product qualification and compliance efforts. This position requires a candidate who can work independently while collaborating with engineering and certification teams.

Job Duties:

• Develop EMI/EMC test plans and procedures based on customer and regulatory requirements.
• Configure and validate laboratory test setups for aerospace products and systems.
• Execute emissions and susceptibility testing.
• Analyze test data and document results, findings, and recommendations.
• Generate detailed test reports and support engineering teams in resolving compliance issues.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience supporting EMI/EMC testing and compliance activities.
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and convert them into executable test procedures.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and documenting test results.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Aerospace industry experience.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-461, DO-160, or other aerospace EMC standards.
• Experience working in EMI/EMC test laboratories.
• Experience with RF measurement equipment, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and antennas.
• Ability to troubleshoot test failures and provide corrective action recommendations.

Compensation:

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a salary range of $105,000-$135,000 Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws.