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Mechanical Engineer (Actuators)

Salient Motion

Salient Motion

Other Engineering
Posted on Oct 19, 2024

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of motor control technology? Look no further! Salient Motion is at the forefront of innovation, crafting exclusive motion control components that propel the industrial, aerospace, and defense sectors into the future.

Why Salient Motion?

We are not just building components; we are shaping the future of flight and industry, and your code will be crucial in enabling subsystems aboard orbital satellites all the way down to precision machinery here on Earth. Motion control is a challenging discipline involving exceptionally reliable real-time software and careful algorithmic modeling and design. Join a team of dedicated peers who thrive on collaboration as we work to evolve the world of modern motion control.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Design production hardware and test equipment

  • Do the design and analysis of electromechanical systems

  • Work across all levels of the organization to develop design requirements

  • Select and manage contract manufacturers for a variety of manufacturing processes

  • Work with PCBAs and electronics enclosures

  • Assist in growing the team by interviewing candidates

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or related engineering discipline

  • Strong understanding in electromechanical actuator design and analysis

  • Gearbox design and fabrication

  • 3+ years of experience with the full design cycle from ideation to production

  • 3+ years of experience in NX or other CAD package

  • General knowledge of designing for electrical enclosures

  • Knowledge of DFM and GD&