Electromagnetic Environmental Effect Chief Technician

Leads E3 shielding-effectiveness testing and ICT hardware support for NCIA, coordinating technical planning, service performance and team development for NATO communications infrastructure.

Department: NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA)

• Organise, lead, plan and coordinate shielding-effectiveness testing for deployable, static and maritime CIS and enclosed infrastructures
• Maintain a planning and scheduling framework that aligns resources with organisational goals and service delivery targets
• Build a high-performance technician team through delegation, coaching and succession planning
• Standardise best practices and improve E3 service processes for efficiency and quality
• Monitor E3 service KPIs and propose measurement or reporting changes to maintain relevance and accuracy

• Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with four years of post-related experience, or secondary education with six years of post-related experience
• At least two years of practical experience in electromagnetic interference, E3 or a relevant discipline
• Knowledge of EMC theory
• Good knowledge of electromagnetic pulse and lightning protection, antenna and wave propagation, electrical distribution and safety measures
• Fluency in written and spoken English

• Contract duration is five years
• Salary is EUR 6,792.47 per month, tax-free where applicable
• The role is internally named Chief Technician, Electronics Systems Operations and Maintenance
• Additional conditions of application are available via the NCIA career site