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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer I - Pine Brook, NJ - **Company:** Kearfott Corporation - **Location:** Montville, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $95,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Hardware Design, Inertial Navigation Systems, MATLAB, Mathcad, Microsoft Office, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Requirements Analysis - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/17236136/Systems-Engineer-I-Pine-Brook-Nj-New-Jersey-Pine-Brook ## About the Role * Capable of supporting the new product development processes and discipline across the company. * Consistent demonstration of initiative, resourcefulness, judgment, cooperation, and ability to communicate technical information. * Responsible for performance of assigned tasks within the defined project schedule and cost. * Capable of supporting senior project engineers and program managers in interfacing with both commercial and military customers in technical program definition and execution. * Possesses strong interpersonal, communications (written and verbal), and personal leadership abilities. * Capable of supporting new business pursuits and proposal preparation that addresses program technical requirements and associated schedule and costs commensurate with experience level. * Travel: Some travel could be required. Required Skills: Critical Competencies * Working knowledge of new product development processes gained through formal training or work * Working knowledge of inertial navigation and GPS functionality a plus * Demonstrated ability to be part of a team in the definition, implementation, and demonstration of a solution when presented with a problem or set of * Preferred experience in the integration and testing of a problem solution (hardware and/or software tests) which validates the system requirements in a lab and field * Capable of supporting Bid and Proposal efforts including Cost Estimating and Technical Writing commensurate with experience level. * Ability to perform assigned tasks within the defined project schedule and * Drive for results, action * Strong presentation skills Required Education & Experience * Bachelor of Science/Engineering and/or Master of Science /Engineering in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or appropriate engineering discipline (based upon experience). * 0-2 years' experience in aerospace and/or defense systems engineering, integration, and test. * Strong Knowledge (proficiency preferred) in DOORS, C, C++, MATLAB, Mathcad, Microsoft Office, and test and lab instrumentation tools. * 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 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. ## Description Kearfott has an exciting new opportunity for a Systems Engineer I to join our Guidance & Navigation Division in Pine Brook, NJ. As a Systems Engineer, you will be a key member of a technical team responsible for the system definition, design, integration, and test of next-generation inertial measurement and navigation products/solution for use in aircraft, UAV's, missiles, land vehicles, and sea platforms. Our preference is for a candidate with a background in both algorithm and hardware development experience as well as the integration and test of advanced electronic equipment in a laboratory environment. 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