We design, manufacturer and support actuation systems for commercial and military systems. Backed by a16z.
About the role
Salient Motion is building a modular motion and actuation platform that is redefining how aerospace, defense, and industrial systems are designed, built, and deployed. We move fast, operate with high ownership, and expect real contribution from every member of the team. Co-ops are treated like engineers, not observers. You will own real work, ship to production hardware, and leave with a body of work you can point to. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, with the ability to commit to a minimum 6-month co-op rotation
- Available for a full-time term, whether a full academic semester, summer plus a connecting semester, or two consecutive semesters
- Strong curiosity and willingness to work across disciplines
- Comfortable in a lab or shop environment with hardware and tools
- Clear communicator who can document work, present results, and ask thoughtful questions
- Prior hands-on experience through projects, labs, clubs, personal builds, or a previous internship or co-op is a strong plus
More about this role
**Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) to meet customer and regulatory requirements**
About Us
Salient Motion is building a modular motion and actuation platform that is redefining how aerospace, defense, and industrial systems are designed, built, and deployed. We move fast, operate with high ownership, and expect real contribution from every member of the team. Co-ops are treated like engineers, not observers. You will own real work, ship to production hardware, and leave with a body of work you can point to.
Role Overview
As an Engineering Co-op, you will embed with our engineering team across mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and systems-level work for six months or longer. Unlike a short summer internship, this role is designed for students who want to take a project from specification through qualification, see a full product cycle, and operate as a contributing member of the team.
This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced startup environment. You will be expected to ramp quickly, take ownership of a defined workstream, and ship work that goes into customer programs.
- Own a scoped engineering workstream from design...
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