Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Kearfott Corporation
Job overview
The Staff Systems Engineer at Kearfott Corporation leads system development activities for avionics systems, impacting aerospace and defense product quality and innovation.
Responsibilities and impact
The engineer will lead system engineering processes, manage system requirements using tools like DOORS, improve engineering processes, communicate across teams, support proposals, manage project schedules and costs, and interface with customers.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $110,000 - $160,000 annually in New Jersey, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, paid time off, holidays, and a 9/80 work week with every other Friday off.
Experience and skills
Requires a BS in Aerospace, Computer, or Electrical Engineering with 7+ years in aerospace/defense systems engineering, expertise in INS, IMU, GPS, communication bus standards, software/firmware standards, team leadership, and proficiency in DOORS, Microsoft Project, and Office; US person status required.
Career development
Opportunities include working in a world-class aerospace company with potential growth in technical leadership and cross-disciplinary team collaboration.
Work environment and culture
Kearfott values technical expertise, innovation, and a positive cooperative work environment with monthly employee events and a culture that embraces its workforce.
Company information
Kearfott Corporation is a century-old global aerospace and defense supplier specializing in precision motion control and inertial navigation products, known for innovation and reliability.
Team overview
The candidate will work within cross-disciplinary teams of 2 to 15 engineers coordinating hardware and software design, test, and evaluation from concept to production.
Job location and travel
Position is based in New Jersey with approximately 15% travel for customer reviews and meetings.
Unique job features
The role involves working on advanced avionics systems in a certified quality environment with opportunities to lead system engineering processes and contribute to new business pursuits.
Company overview
Kearfott Corporation is a leading provider of precision guidance, navigation, and motion control products for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. The company generates revenue through the design, manufacturing, and servicing of advanced inertial navigation systems, gyroscopes, and other high-tech components. Founded in 1918, Kearfott has a rich history of innovation, including contributions to missile guidance systems and space exploration. Their long-standing reputation for reliability and cutting-edge technology makes them a key player in their industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your systems engineering expertise in aerospace and defense, highlighting experience with inertial navigation systems, GPS, and avionics hardware/software integration and testing as described by Kearfott Corporation.
Focus on showcasing your leadership in system development, proficiency with systems requirements tools like DOORS, and your ability to manage technical schedules, costs, and cross-disciplinary teams effectively.
Apply through multiple channels including Kearfott's official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you meet all submission requirements.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Kearfott engineers or hiring managers in the aerospace systems division; open conversations with ice breakers like asking about recent projects involving inertial navigation or expressing admiration for Kearfott’s century-long innovation in aerospace technology.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'inertial navigation system,' 'DOORS,' 'MIL-STD-1553,' 'system integration testing,' and 'DO-178B/C' to pass automated screenings effectively.
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