Job Description

Overview:

We are seeking a Principal EMC Engineer with specialist knowledge in Military and Aerospace EMC standards (e.g. DEF STAN 59-411, MIL-STD-461, RTCA DO-160) to join our expert team. This is a senior-level position providing technical leadership both internally and externally - from supporting UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 audits and developing procedures, to mentoring engineers and engaging directly with customers.

This role is ideal for someone with deep EMC technical knowledge who is confident in leading complex projects, reviewing and signing technical reports, and shaping the future of testing for defence, aerospace, and other high-integrity sectors.


Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership across Mil/Aero EMC testing activities, ensuring high-quality execution and compliance. Serve as a report signatory for test reports under ISO/IEC 17025, ensuring accuracy, technical integrity, and traceability. Support and guide engineers in test preparation, execution, and troubleshooting for DEF STAN, MIL-STD-461, DO-160, and related standards. Collaborate with the sales and commercial teams to scope complex projects and provide pre-sales technical support. Engage directly with clients and stakeholders to resolve technical queries and ensure successful project delivery. Develop and maintain internal procedures, test methods, and documentation in line with evolving standards and best practices. Play a key role in audit readiness and compliance for UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 assessments, including non-conformance resolution and continual improvement initiatives. Contribute to the training and mentoring of junior engineers and team members.

Skills / Qualifications:
Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or related Engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience in EMC testing. Extensive experience in EMC testing for Military and Aerospace applications. Strong understanding of DEF STAN 59-411, MIL-STD-461, RTCA DO-160, and similar defence/aerospace EMC standards. Proven experience as a report signatory within an accredited lab. Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide both internal staff and external customers. Demonstrable experience in developing and maintaining technical procedures and ensuring quality standards. Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 audit processes and requirements.

To be successful in your application for this role you will require:

The ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance (SC level). Availability to work Monday to Thursday: 08:30-17:00, and Friday: 08:30-15:45 (37.5 hours per week). A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work across departments and adapt to evolving project demands. A commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and high-integrity testing within the TIC (Testing, Inspection & Certification) sector. Full UK Driving Liscence.

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Company Overview:

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
Diversity Statement:

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".



All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.



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