Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Associate Specialist/Engineer

Description

Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Associate Specialist/Engineer
At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

The Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Associate Specialist/Engineer opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada (GDLS-C). You will be mentored by experts in the industry to identify and assess if electrical and electronic systems function correctly in their intended environments without interfering with other equipment.

Job Description

The Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) role is responsible for ensuring that GDLS-C products meet applicable E3 requirements. As an entry-level position, you will be guided and mentored by technical subject matter experts. Your responsibilities as an E3 team member will include reviewing E3 requirements, collaborating with design engineers during development to ensure compliance with electromagnetic compatibility standards, conducting simulations, evaluating supplier and third-party compliance documentation, and developing and presenting E3 design assessments. Additionally, you will investigate issues to identify and implement risk mitigations.A key aspect of the E3 role involves E3 testing. This includes witnessing third-party testing, supporting customer testing and planning, as well as executing and reporting on GDLS-C-led vehicle-level E3 testing.

• Supports the review and development of the E3 requirements at component, sub-system and system (e.g. vehicle) level
• Supports the design teams with E3 risk mitigation techniques, including Grounding and Bonding (G&B), shielding and harness separation
• Reviews applicable standards (MIL, IEEE, SAE etc) for relevance and advises designers, suppliers and customers on limitations or need for tailored approaches to perform analysis or testing according to acceptable/negotiated deviations from standards
• Prepares and presents E3 assessments at internal and customer design reviews
• Reviews, provides feedback and approves suppliers/vendors E3 compliance artifacts
• Expected to learn, on the job, to perform computer simulations to determine antenna placement, antenna radiation patterns and antenna cosite interference, Radiation Hazard (RADHAZ) to personnel (HERP), ordnances (HERO) and fuel (HERF), using simulation tools such as FEKO or CST Simulia
• Develops component, sub-system and system (e.g. vehicle) test plans, executes internal and customer tests and develops and submits test reports
• Sets up and employs test equipment such as vector network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, VSWR meters, oscilloscopes, power meters, power supplies, signal generators, micro-ohmmeters, RF amplifiers, LISNs, test antennas/transducers and high frequency E/H field probes
• Supports the investigation, identification of the root cause(es) and implementation of solutions to address E3 issues on vehicles, sub-systems and components
• Supports the assessment of E3 technical gaps and supports the technology, capability, and product roadmap activities to ensure the E3 team’s capabilities are relevant in an increasingly complex technical domain

• University Degree in a relevant engineering field (i.e. Electrical Engineering) or related discipline (i.e. Physics)
• Strong interest in electromagnetism and its applications, and a willingness to learn and further their expertise
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Superior oral and written communication skills including effective presentations and technical report writing
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel occasionally (5% domestic, 5% international) and maintain a valid passport

• Prior experience in using E3 mitigation techniques, simulation tools and testing
• Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory and its applications
• Familiarity with Systems Engineering and requirements management
• Knowledge of E3 military standards (e.g. MIL-STD-461 ) or their commercial equivalents
• Experience working with FEKO, CST Simulia or other E3 simulation tools

The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.

• Physical Environment: Office, laboratory and field testing
• Hazards: Use of E3 test equipment and hazards associated with vehicle testing

This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist

• Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.
• Ability to set test equipment on the bench and test inside vehicles

This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use:

• Computer/laptop
• Mobile device
• E3 test equipment

May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task

Applicable when testing and interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact londonHR@gdls.com if you need accommodation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.