Kearfott Corporation · 2 months ago
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING INTERN
Pine Brook, NJ
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $30/hr
Start in 2026 SummerKearfott Corporation is a global Aerospace and Defense supplier with over a century of expertise in precision motion control products. The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will assist in the manufacture of inertial navigation systems and opto-mechanical sensors while working closely with experienced technicians and engineers to develop skills and confidence.
Aerospace
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Help in the coordination and development of engineering solutions; 2) research and determine requirements for components and systems; 3) derive technical data from test data and analysis; and 4) defend engineering solutions during internal reviews
Other responsibilities may include: trade studies, project planning, system modeling, review of technical and management data, performance assessment, problem identification, corrective action planning and implementation
Work with engineering teams to understand and evaluate the effects of changes in system requirement and designs
Support design trade studies evaluating cost and effectiveness
Help develop computer codes to evaluate mathematical models
Develop graphics displaying results of analyses
Support reports and briefings describing results and significance of analyses performed
Support definition, design and development of system requirements
Support assessment of current system architecture and limitations
Support technical investigations in systems design
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated creative problem solving skills
Experience in Microsoft Office
Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills
Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Optics, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other similar engineering or scientific majors
Knowledgeable in some of the following areas: software programming, database development, SolidWorks 3D computer-aided design, lasers and free-space optics, fiber optics, lean six-sigma manufacturing, materials science, chemical process engineering, optical fabrication (lapping, grinding, polishing, CNC machining, etc.)
Have coursework, interest, motivation and experience that provide the foundation to develop an expertise in one or more of the above engineering specialties
Completed at least sophomore year of college/university
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
General knowledge and understanding of mathematical modeling and analysis methods
Programming skills (e.g. EXCEL, LabVIEW, MathCad, MATLAB, Simulink, C++, or equivalent)
Must be a US Citizen
Preferred
GPA of 3.2 or above preferred
Candidates can optionally submit an application essay (no more than one page) answering the following prompt: Our 2026 Summer Manufacturing Internship projects will focus on the design of new manufacturing tools and fixtures to improve yield, throughput, and reliability of Kearfott-manufactured products. The design of these fixtures and tools typically involves a cross-functional collaboration of mechanical, electrical, optical, and software engineering principles. Describe, in your own words, how your background and skills could help support a cross-functional team working on these projects
Company
Kearfott Corporation
Kearfott Corporation is a world leader in inertial guidance, navigation, displays and motion control systems.
Founded in 1918
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cheryl Cannavale
Executive Assistant to the Chairman, CEO and President
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