Algorithm Engineer I

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

Algorithm Engineer I

Skills and Responsibilities

Navigation and Localization

• Implement basic navigation, localization, estimation, and sensor-processing algorithms from detailed designs.
• Assist experienced engineers with the development of advanced navigation and sensor-fusion algorithms.
• Support analysis and troubleshooting of algorithm performance, numerical issues, and integration problems.
• Develop foundational knowledge of Kalman filtering, Bayesian estimation, inertial navigation, GNSS, and sensor fusion.
• Conduct full system investigations using simulations, desktop analyses, recorded data, and vehicle or platform test data under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Model Based Workflows

• Work within the Model-Based Design and Systems Engineering workflow, particularly using the MathWorks toolchain.
• Develop and maintain basic MATLAB and Simulink models, simulations, test cases, and analysis scripts.
• Support requirements tracing, model reviews, verification, and validation activities.
• Follow established modeling, coding, configuration-management, and documentation processes.

Sensors

• Support analysis and processing of GPS/GNSS measurements and related signal-processing data.
• Support analysis of inertial sensor data from Ring Laser Gyros, Fiber Optic Gyros, and MEMS sensors.

Required Skills:

Relevant Tool Proficiencies

• MATLAB or Python (experience with Simulink and C is a plus)
• Basic modeling, simulation, data analysis, and visualization.
• Basic algorithm testing, verification, and validation.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts.
• Familiarity with Git or other configuration-management tools.

Technical and Analytical Skills

• Understanding of engineering mathematics, linear algebra, probability, statistics, and numerical methods.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, document results, and communicate technical findings.
• Ability to work effectively with software, systems, test, electrical, and hardware engineers.

Education/Other

• B.S. or greater in Engineering, Physics or Applied Mathematics
• Travel - Approximately 10% for customer reviews, technical meetings, integration activities, and test support.
• Must be a US Citizen

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $80,000 - $95,000 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.

Additionally, we offer a 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 celebrates our workplace culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans