Junior Systems Engineer – Inertial Navigation & Lab Test

Kearfott Corporation; Williamstown (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

9/80 work week with every other Friday

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation in Pine Brook, NJ is seeking a Systems Engineer I to join the Guidance & Navigation Division. You will define, design, integrate, and test next-generation inertial measurement solutions for aircraft, UAVs, missiles, and land/sea platforms.

The role emphasizes both algorithmic and hardware development, with opportunities to collaborate across teams, support proposals, and engage with customers. A 9/80 schedule and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering or related field.
• 0–2 years of aerospace/defense systems engineering experience.
• Experience with DOORS, C, C++, MATLAB, and Lab instrumentation is preferred.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Define, design, integrate, and test next‑gen inertial navigation solutions for aircraft, UAVs, missiles, and vehicles.
• Support new product development processes and project schedules.
• Interface with commercial and military customers for technical program definition and execution.
• Assist in cost estimation, technical writing, and proposal activities.

Skills

Inertial navigation

GPS functionality

Team collaboration

System integration

Bid & Proposal support

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science/Engineering

Master of Science/Engineering

Tools

DOORS

C

C++

MATLAB

Mathcad

Microsoft Office

Test and Lab Instrumentation Tool

Job description

Kearfott Corporation in Pine Brook, NJ is seeking a Systems Engineer I to join the Guidance & Navigation Division. You will define, design, integrate, and test next-generation inertial measurement solutions for aircraft, UAVs, missiles, and land/sea platforms.

The role emphasizes both algorithmic and hardware development, with opportunities to collaborate across teams, support proposals, and engage with customers. A 9/80 schedule and comprehensive benefits are offered.