Defense

Mission-critical actuation

Powering military operations with mission-critical actuation systems and components

Actuation systems to support the warfighter

For decades, defense programs have faced inflated costs, extended lead times, and limited support from entrenched sole-source suppliers. Salient Motion offers a new path forward—delivering reliable, certifiable actuation systems faster, at fair market value, and with unmatched responsiveness.

Reverse engineering parts

We extend the life of existing platforms by reverse engineering obsolete or proprietary components, enabling continued readiness without supplier lock-in. Our engineering team ensures full documentation, validation, and form-fit-function compatibility.

Significantly lower cost parts

We believe taxpayer-funded programs deserve transparency and value. Salient Motion delivers cost-effective components without compromising airworthiness or performance—supporting fiscal responsibility and national interest.

Expedited timelines

Critical missions can’t wait. Our vertically integrated development model and domestic supplier base enable expedited timelines to keep aircraft and equipment mission-ready when it matters most.

Landing Gear

Propulsion Systems

Missile Fin Actuation

Robotics

Defense

Manufacturing
world-class actuation systems in America

We design every part and system in-house in the United States, from electronics to software to mechanical gears.

Built for Airworthiness

Our control systems are engineered from the ground up to meet the rigorous certification requirements of military flight hardware and software. From mechanical design and electrical safety to DO-178C-compliant software, every element is developed with airworthiness and defense standards as foundational principles—not afterthoughts.

By integrating certification-driven engineering across disciplines early in the lifecycle, we minimize costly redesigns, streamline qualification testing, and compress key program schedules. This holistic approach ensures traceability, reliability, and safety while meeting the demanding requirements of military and defense aviation programs.

Whether supporting retrofit upgrades, rapid prototyping, or next-generation platforms, our certification-ready architecture accelerates fielding of mission-critical systems—ensuring mechanical, electrical, and software components are ready for military certification and deployment without compromise.