Employee survey responses on diverse topics drove the esteemed rankings

PINE BROOK, NEW JERSEY – July 18, 2024 –

Kearfott Corporation has proudly earned recognition as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in New Jersey by NJBIZ and among the Best Employers in North Carolina by Business North Carolina magazine. These accolades are based on surveys conducted among employees at the company’s headquarters in Pine Brook, New Jersey, and their facility in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

“Cultivating a workplace where our team feels valued and inspired is fundamental to Kearfott’s mission. Being recognized as one of the best places to work in both New Jersey and North Carolina underscores our commitment to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity,” said Kearfott President John Stanfill. “This recognition is a testament to the dedication and talent of our employees who drive Kearfott’s success and embody our values every day.”

In Pine Brook, the Guidance & Navigation Division operates from a state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing facility employing approximately 200 dedicated professionals. They were named among 42 esteemed organizations in the competitive large business category.

In North Carolina, Kearfott achieved a notable third-place ranking in the extra-large employer category, which included businesses with over 300 employees. The Motion Systems Division in Black Mountain, operational since 1955, employs more than 400 individuals.

“We are proud to be considered a best employer in North Carolina,” said Vice President and General Manager for Kearfott’s Motion Systems Division Darryl Woods. “It’s gratifying to know our employees feel that Kearfott is a great place to work, and we appreciate all that they do.”

The best places to work award programs are dedicated to identifying and recognizing the area’s best employers and provide organizations with valuable employee feedback. Employees and their employers are polled on dozens of topics, from recruiting practices to recognition programs.

North Carolina award recipients were recognized at a gala on June 13. Several employees attended and one distinguished individual, Katie Cline from Human Resources, received the Workplace Hero award for her unwavering commitment to the Kearfott employees. NJBIZ will reveal their No. 1 employer and honor awardees during the Best Places to Work awards ceremony planned for Sept. 26.

Guidance & Navigation Division employees in Pine Brook, NJ

Motion Systems Division employees in Black Mountain, NC

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About Kearfott Corporation

Kearfott Corporation is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of guidance, navigation, and motion-control components and systems for military and commercial markets. Kearfott is a wholly owned subsidiary of Astronautics Corporation of America, a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of avionics equipment and systems for the military and commercial aerospace industry. For more information on Kearfott’s innovative solutions and proven technologies: www.kearfott.com.

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