What Jonathan Engineered does

Jonathan Engineered Solutions (JES) is a privately held US manufacturer of precision linear motion hardware and rack-mounting solutions, founded circa 1964 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with a secondary manufacturing facility in Mexicali, Mexico. The company's core products are custom-engineered telescopic slides in aluminum, carbon steel, and stainless steel configurations, complemented by friction slides, trays and shelves (1U/2U), cable management systems, fixed mounting solutions (TIG/TFB Series), and mounting brackets. Load capacities span 45 to 1,200 lbs, with proprietary technologies including Dyna-Race, Shock Block (MIL-spec shock/vibration protection), Executive Series polymer ball bearings, hybrid material configurations, quick disconnects, and self-closing mechanisms. The company operates 600,000+ sq ft of manufacturing with 99% vertical integration from design through production.

The company serves three primary vertical markets: defense (Naval, Aircraft, Ground Vehicle, Space, and Cyber platforms requiring MIL-spec compliance and shock/vibration survivability for rack-mounted electronics), aerospace (commercial and business jet seating OEMs supplying First and Business class cabins, partition doors, tray tables, and IFE systems), and industrial/technology (server/data storage, telecommunications, work trucks, railway, energy, vending). Named enterprise customers include AWS, Oracle, Honeywell, NCR, Oshkosh, Altec, and Pierce. The business model is direct enterprise field sales with dedicated market-specific sales leadership (VP Defense, Director Aerospace, Commercial Sales Manager), supported by a global rep network and industry event presence (AUSA, NBAA, Euronaval). Pricing is custom quote-based with no minimum order quantities; products are sold as COTS, MOTS, or fully custom configurations with single part numbers for kitted assemblies. Certifications include ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and MIL-A-8625A Type II compliance.

Name

Jonathan Engineered

Legal name

Jonathan Engineered Solutions, Inc.

Website

https://jonathanengr.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Jonathan Engineered Solutions is a US-based precision manufacturer of custom-engineered telescopic slides, rack-mount trays, and linear motion hardware serving defense, aerospace, and industrial customers with MIL-spec certified, vertically integrated production across 600,000+ sq ft.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Linear Motion Hardware

NAICS

Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing (332991), Precision Turned Product Manufacturing (332721), Turned Product and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing (33272)

SIC

Ball & Roller Bearings (3562), Screw Machine Products (3451), Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452)

akta.pro primary industry

Linear Motion & Mechanical Power Transmission (Ball/roller screws, linear guides, bearings, couplings) (IMAHAGAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Aerospace Bearings, Bushings & Motion Components (IMABANAB)

Keywords

• Precision linear motion
• Telescopic slide rails
• Defense rack mounting
• Aerospace seating hardware
• Ball bearing slides

Headquarters

HQ city

Irvine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Engineered Linear Motion Hardware: Revenue primarily from manufacture and sale of custom engineered telescopic slides, linear motion solutions, rack-mounting hardware, and precision components. Products include aluminum slides, carbon steel slides, stainless steel slides, friction slides, trays, brackets, cable management systems, and sheet metal assemblies. Both COTS (commercial off-the-shelf) and modified/custom solutions with no minimum order quantities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Jonathan Engineered Solutions manufactures custom-engineered precision linear motion hardware, primarily telescopic slides (ball-bearing, roller-bearing, and friction/solid-bearing types) in aluminum, carbon steel, and stainless steel, along with trays, shelves, cable management systems, mounting brackets, fixed mounting solutions, and sheet metal assemblies. The company delivers products as COTS (commercial off-the-shelf), MOTS (modified off-the-shelf), or fully custom solutions, often as kitted single part numbers, with no minimum order quantities, supported by 99% vertical integration from design through production.

Product overview

Jonathan Engineered Solutions (JES) is a manufacturer of precision linear motion hardware and rack-mounting solutions. The product portfolio centers on telescopic slides (aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel, and hybrid configurations) available in light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty ratings. These core slide products are complemented by fixed mounting solutions (TIG and TFB series), trays and shelves (1U/2U commercial and rugged), cable management systems, and mounting brackets. The company also offers custom manufacturing, integrated assembly, and single-source supplier services. Products serve defense (sea, air, ground, space, cyber), aerospace (commercial and business jet seating), and industrial/technology markets (server/data storage, telecommunications, railway, energy, vending). All products are available as COTS (commercial off-the-shelf), MOTS (modified off-the-shelf), or fully custom solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• JES (Jonathan Engineered Solutions): Primary brand name and abbreviation used throughout the website and marketing materials for Jonathan Engineered Solutions.
• Executive Series
• COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf)
• MOTS (Modified Off-The-Shelf)
• TIG Series
• TFB Series

Products and services

• Aluminum Telescopic Slides High-strength aluminum ball-bearing and friction slides with load capacities up to 1200 lbs, available in light-duty (up to 138 lbs), medium-duty (89-265 lbs), and heavy-duty (280-980 lbs) configurations. Compliant with MIL-A-8625 Type II specifications for defense and aerospace customers.
• Carbon Steel Telescopic Slides Cost-effective linear slides in light-duty (50-145 lbs), medium-duty (125-180 lbs), and heavy-duty (up to 500 lbs) configurations, available in solid bearing, ball bearing, and roller bearing designs.
• Stainless Steel Slides Premium-grade stainless steel slides in light-duty (up to 145 lbs), medium-duty (100-185 lbs), and heavy-duty (140-300 lbs) configurations offering superior corrosion resistance for harsh environments.
• Friction Slides Solid-bearing slides (no ball bearings) for dusty environments and applications where ball bearings may present safety hazards. Self-lubricating with tight tolerances, MIL-901 specification compliant, available in aluminum, carbon steel, and stainless steel.
• Overtravel Telescopic Slides Linear motion slides with overtravel capability that extend past cabinet edges for complete payload access. Available in steel, stainless steel, and aluminum configurations.
• Hybrid Slides Slides utilizing different materials in a single configuration to maximize load capacity while reducing weight or cost. Example: S280H combines aluminum inner/outer members with stainless steel intermediate member.
• Trays & Shelves Standard aluminum and steel 1U and 2U trays and shelves for rack-mounting. Available as COTS, MOTS, and custom solutions. Light-duty trays hold 123-126 lbs; medium-duty trays hold 165-254 lbs.
• Cable Management Systems Moving cable management and protection systems including cable retractors and lacing bars. Available in 1U and 2U configurations, manufactured in steel, aluminum, and flame-retardant plastic.
• TIG Series Fixed Mounting Solutions Insertion Guide (TIG) fixed-mounting solutions for chassis support in harsh environments. Aluminum construction with rear Type-A Shock Block support, supporting up to 300 lbs. Available in 1U and 2U configurations.
• TFB Series Fixed Mounting Solutions Fixed-Bracket (TFB) platforms for high-volume data storage centers or modified hard-mounting solutions. Available in multiple configurations and finishes.
• Slide Mounting Brackets Versatile bracket mounting options for rack-mounting applications. Available in recessed (Joggle Bend for restricted spaces) and non-recessed (90-degree bend) configurations, including short and long bar nuts.
• Sheet Metal Assemblies Custom sheet metal bending assemblies and precision machined components. Unique kitted tray/slide/cable management assemblies can be delivered as a single part number.
• Single-Source Supplier Services Comprehensive engineered sourcing and supply chain management including design, prototype, test, and production services. 99% vertical integration with ability to absorb ancillary machining or sheet metal work for enterprise customers.
• Integrated Assembly Services Custom rack-mounting assembly consolidation simplifying vendor supplier base into easy-to-order part numbers. Full engineering verification, logistic coordination, and program management for defense, server/data storage, and industrial markets.

Quantifiable outcome

• Weight reduction up to 30% with aluminum slides vs standard steel or stainless steel while maintaining load capacity
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Penn Engineering (PEM): Specialty engineered fasteners and sheet metal hardware manufacturer. Overlaps with JES on hybrid materials, sheet metal assemblies, and aerospace/defense engineering customers, though PEM's portfolio is fastener-led rather than motion-focused.
• Hettich: Large global hardware/furniture fittings manufacturer with industrial drawer-slide offerings. Provides overlapping slide technology at scale but is not a direct specialist in ruggedized defense/aerospace slides like JES.

Direct peers

• Bud Industries: Manufacturer of electronic enclosures and rack systems. Overlaps JES in tray/shelf and mounting solutions for industrial electronics and server/data storage applications.
• Southco: Engineered access hardware specialist (latches, hinges, slides, fasteners) serving aerospace, defense, and industrial OEMs. Overlaps with JES on engineered motion components sold into aircraft interior and ruggedized electronics programs.
• Fulterer: Austrian/US manufacturer of telescopic slides and linear motion systems. Closely comparable product line (ball-bearing, roller-bearing, friction slides) and shares industrial, defense, and specialty vehicle customers with JES.
• Knape & Vogt (KV): US manufacturer of drawer slides and storage hardware serving industrial, OEM, and defense-adjacent applications. Direct overlap on heavy-duty ball-bearing slide technology for electronics enclosures and workstations.
• Pentair Schroff: Manufacturer of 19-inch rack systems, subracks, and enclosures for electronics. Adjacent to JES's rack-mount trays and mounting hardware, with overlap in defense and industrial electronics customers.
• General Devices: US manufacturer of electronic enclosures, slide racks, and shock-isolated mounting systems. Closely comparable in defense/aerospace ruggedized rack hardware and competes for similar MIL-spec programs.
• Accuride International: Largest direct competitor in telescopic ball-bearing and roller-bearing slides with deep defense, industrial, and aerospace exposure. Overlaps JES on slide technology, customization model, and customer profiles in ruggedized electronics and work trucks.
• Grass America: Manufacturer of high-end drawer slide systems. While stronger in residential/furniture, their premium motion product lines overlap with JES on industrial and OEM-grade slide specifications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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