Staff Mechanical Engineer - Pine Brook, NJ

Kearfott Corporation; Pine Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 128,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

9/80 work week

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer in New Jersey to drive mechanical design for inertial navigation and ruggedized systems. You will collaborate across disciplines and lead design reviews to meet stringent aerospace/defense requirements.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 7+ years of experience, with CAD/FEA proficiency and knowledge of IPC/GD&T standards. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design or related field.
• Experience with inertial measurement systems is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Leads mechanical engineering design for GND products to meet internal and customer requirements.
• Interfaces with Systems, Electrical, Test, Software, and Project teams.
• Designs ruggedized electromechanical systems for defense applications and supports manufacturing.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Team collaboration

Strong communication

US citizenship & security clearance

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Finite Element Analysis

Microsoft Office

GD&T

IPC standards

Job description

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence, and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting‑edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world‑class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world‑wide as a 'full service' provider.

For more information visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Staff Mechanical Engineer

Overview

The Staff Mechanical Engineer is responsible for driving the design of Kearfott GND products to meet internal and customer technical requirements. The Staff Mechanical Engineer will interface with the other Engineering disciplines (Systems, Electrical, Test, Software) as well as Project Engineers, Program Managers, QA, Production and Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

Leads the Mechanical Engineering and project teams in the:

• Review and evaluation of internal and customer technical requirements
• Design of ruggedized electromechanical systems for defense applications
• Design for Manufacturing and Assembly
• Selection of materials and processes in accordance with technical specifications and/or requirements
• Evaluation of mechanical and system‑level performance of products in demanding environments
• Advocate of Mechanical Engineering's adherence to AS9100 and ISO9001 quality standards
• Works with cross functional engineering teams to ensure mechanical requirements are fully understood and implemented
• Works to respond to customers' challenges and requests, including support to bid and proposal activities

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required
• 7+ years of experience
• Experience in mechanical engineering design of electronics packaging preferably in aerospace or defense industry
• Knowledge of / experience working with inertial measurement systems (highly valued)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes used in electromechanical systems
• Proficiency in CAD, Finite Element Analysis and Microsoft Office.
• Configuration management of engineering documentation
• Deep knowledge of GD&T
• Knowledge of IPC standards, specifications for Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), wiring harnesses, and soldering.
• Strong communication abilities and interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

Salary

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $128,000 - $173,000 Annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Benefits

Additionally, we offer

• medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• a 401(k) plan with company match
• tuition assistance
• paid vacation and sick days
• paid holidays
• a 9/80 work week with every other Friday off

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans