Senior Systems Engineer
Salient Motion
About this role
A Senior Systems Engineer at a modular motion technology company leads the architecture and integration of precision motion control products, setting engineering standards and mentoring engineers across disciplines.
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About Salient Motion
salientmotion.comSalient Motion designs, manufactures, and supports critical actuation systems for aviation and defense, delivering rugged flight‑control and mission‑critical actuators for commercial and military platforms. They offer end‑to‑end capabilities including precision engineering, prototyping, testing/qualification, production, and aftermarket support. Focused on high‑reliability, safety‑critical solutions, Salient Motion tailors systems for harsh operational environments and aerospace compliance. Their customers include aircraft OEMs, system integrators, and defense primes seeking certified, durable actuation subsystems.
Recent company news
Runway GirlPress Release: Aviointeriors taps Salient Motion for seat actuation
2 weeks ago
Business WireSalient Motion Announces Collaborations to Transform Aircraft Systems Manufacturing
Jan 15, 2026
Aviation International NewsSalient Motion’s Modular Approach Can Address Supply-chain Issues
Nov 15, 2025
Yahoo FinanceSalient Motion to Showcase Commercial and Military Actuation Systems with Boeing Ventures at Dubai Airshow 2025
Nov 11, 2025
Aircraft Interiors InternationalSalient Motion launches actuation platform with rapid certification
1 month ago
About Salient Motion
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$120k – $150k
per year