Technician

Kearfott Corporation; Pine Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; 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

Sick days

Paid holidays

9/80 work week

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation in Pine Brook, New Jersey, is seeking a technician responsible for assembly, calibration, testing, and repair of electro‑mechanical systems. You will build circuit cards, test cables, and maintain records, working with cross‑functional teams to ensure quality.

Requirements include IPC J-STD-001 certification and 3+ years of hands‑on experience, plus a high school diploma with technical training. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and a 9/80 work week.

Qualifications

• IPC J-STD-001 certification is required.
• 3+ years hands-on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electro‑mechanical systems.
• High school diploma plus technical trades training is required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, calibrate, test, troubleshoot and repair electro‑mechanical systems and components.
• Build circuit cards and test cables per prints/work instructions.
• Maintain records, work status and supply inventory.
• Interact with quality, material, planning, engineering and production departments.

Skills

IPC J-STD-001

Schematic interpretation

System teardown/reinstall

Hand & power tools

Microscope use

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical trades training

Tools

Hand tools

Electronic test equipment

Microscope

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 workforce. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected worldwide as a ‘full service’ provider.

As a technician you will be responsible for the assembly, calibration, testing, troubleshooting and repair of electro-mechanical systems and components as well as:

• Build circuit cards and test cables from prints/work instructions/operations sheets.
• Maintaining records, work status and supply inventory.
• Maintain visual inventory management system in the “Kanban” racks.
• Interfacing with quality, material, planning, engineering and production departments.
• Participating in team continuous improvement activities.
• Data Entry in IFS for all operations performed.
• Flexibility to perform work in other areas as required.
• Cross train within the department on other various operations as required.
• Training and documentation of other associates in the department to add production capabilities
• Provide Planner(s) with parts lists needed for system builds

Required Skills

• Must have ability to solder in conformance with IPC J-STD-001 requirements.
• Capable of interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints, and be able to follow written work instructions.
• Capable of tearing down and reinstalling all systems.
• Requires the working knowledge of and use of hand tools, power tools, a microscope, and electronic equipment.
• Drives for results, action-oriented.
• Detail and quality oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required Experience

• 3+ years’ experience in hands‑on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electro‑mechanical Systems and Components.
• IPC J-STD-001 certified or prior certification.
• High school or equivalent plus approved technical trades training.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $35.00 - $55.00 an hour.This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

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, and a 9/80 work week with every other Friday off. Our work environment embraces our people as we enjoy monthly employee events that celebrate our workplace culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Location(s)

19 Chapin RoadBuilding C, Pine Brook , New Jersey 07058 , United States