Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Kearfott Corporation
Job overview
The Technical Writer (Engineering) role at Kearfott Corporation involves creating clear, concise technical documents that support aerospace and defense products, contributing to the company's reputation for quality and innovation.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will gather information from experts, write and organize procedures, manuals, and technical specifications, develop templates, and support document validation and release efforts.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $70,000 to $90,000 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
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), 5+ years of technical writing experience, proficiency with MS Office, SharePoint, and Adobe Creative Suite, strong organizational and communication skills, and must be U.S. persons eligible to work under ITAR regulations.
Work environment and culture
Kearfott values technical expertise, innovation, and a supportive work environment with monthly employee events celebrating workplace culture.
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.
Job location and travel
The position is based in New Jersey with a 9/80 work schedule allowing every other Friday off.
Unique job features
The role involves working on U.S. government programs under ITAR regulations and requires the ability to ambulate a manufacturing facility, distinguishing it from typical technical writing positions.
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 highlight strong technical writing skills, especially your ability to translate complex engineering and manufacturing information into clear, concise documentation.
Emphasize experience with creating procedures, manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation, and your proficiency with MS Office tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project.
Apply through multiple platforms including Kearfott Corporation’s official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees in the engineering or technical writing divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent company projects, asking about their experience working under ITAR regulations, or expressing interest in Kearfott’s aerospace innovations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'technical writing,' 'engineering documentation,' 'ITAR compliance,' 'MS Office proficiency,' and 'project management' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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