YP Ambassador
Nika Amralah
Young Professional Ambassador
Nika Amralah
Term 2025-2026
Lead Radio Frequency Safety Engineer
Department of National Defence, Government of Canada
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Nika Amralah is a Lead Radio Frequency (RF) Analysis Engineer at the Canadian Department of National Defence and Chair of the IEEE Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Society Technical Committee 8 (TC8) on Aeronautics and Space EMC. Her career spans diverse roles in RF applications engineering and EMC research and development, including serving as Innovation and Engineering Research Lead at a manufacturer specializing in shielded enclosures and anechoic chambers. She currently manages a Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) laboratory focused on RF safety and compliance.
Nika earned her M.Eng. and B.Eng. degrees in Aerospace Engineering with a specialization in Space Systems Design from Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada. She is an active contributor to the EMC community, with technical publications and presentations at leading industry conferences such as the IEEE International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility & Signal and Power Integrity and the Antenna Measurement Techniques Association (AMTA) Symposium. Drawing from her professional experience, Nika is dedicated to inspiring and supporting the next generation of engineers.
Department of National Defence, Government of Canada
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Nika Amralah is a Lead Radio Frequency (RF) Analysis Engineer at the Canadian Department of National Defence and Chair of the IEEE Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Society Technical Committee 8 (TC8) on Aeronautics and Space EMC. Her career spans diverse roles in RF applications engineering and EMC research and development, including serving as Innovation and Engineering Research Lead at a manufacturer specializing in shielded enclosures and anechoic chambers. She currently manages a Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) laboratory focused on RF safety and compliance.
Nika earned her M.Eng. and B.Eng. degrees in Aerospace Engineering with a specialization in Space Systems Design from Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada. She is an active contributor to the EMC community, with technical publications and presentations at leading industry conferences such as the IEEE International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility & Signal and Power Integrity and the Antenna Measurement Techniques Association (AMTA) Symposium. Drawing from her professional experience, Nika is dedicated to inspiring and supporting the next generation of engineers.
Talk: Launching Your EMC Career: A Blueprint for Young Engineers
Abstract: Embarking on a career in the field of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) engineering can be both exciting and daunting for young professionals. In this presentation, we will delve into practical advice on navigating the early stages of an EMC career, including the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and suggestions for staying involved in the EMC community. By understanding these foundational principles and leveraging the wisdom of seasoned engineers, young professionals can set themselves on a path to success in the dynamic field of EMC engineering.