Mechanical Engineering Analyst

About Kearfott Corporation

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, 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 provides 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 world-wide as a ‘full service’ provider.

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

Mechanical Engineering Analyst

Overview

The Mechanical Engineering Analyst is responsible for performing preliminary and detailed level analysis. These include structural, vibration & thermal analysis such that components, subassemblies and assemblies for Kearfott GND products meet internal and customer technical requirements. The Mechanical Engineering Analyst will work & interface with the other disciplines of the Engineering Department (Systems, Electrical, Test, Software) as well as Project Engineers, Program Managers, QA, Production and Supply Chain. 

Responsibilities

Supports project team in the:

• Performance of FEA on complex electromechanical systems including thermal and stress analysis
• Documentation of and recommendations from FEA results to support peer and customer reviews
• Present analysis data to engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Managers at design reviews
• Selection of materials with adequate structural margins of safety, optimal load paths, low weight, and high producibility
• Development of 3D and 2D mechanical components using SolidWorks CAD
• Development of 3D and 2D electromechanical assemblies using SolidWorks CAD
• Development of 3D and 2D electronic enclosures and electronics packaging
• Configuration management in SolidWorks PDM environment
• Works with cross-functional engineering team to ensure mechanical requirements are fully understood and implemented

Required Skills:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required
• Requires 4+ years of post-graduation experience in FEA
• Stress and thermal analysis using FEA techniques
• Experience using ANSYS for FEA strongly preferred
• Aerospace – Defense background preferred
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of configuration management of engineering documentation
• Knowledge of GD&T
• Familiarity with PDM document management environment preferred
• Strong communication abilities and interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

All work to be performed on site in our Pine Brook, NJ facilities.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $113,000 - $136,000 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 level, 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