Technician

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.

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

Technician

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
• Maintain production board for missing components/stock supplies

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

Shift: 1st Shift