What GET Engineering does

GET Engineering Corp. is a privately held, Small Business defense contractor founded in 1982 and headquartered in an 11,000 square foot ISO 9001:2015-registered facility in El Cajon, California. The company designs, engineers, manufactures, and supports tactical communication and rugged computing products for the United States Department of Defense, coalition forces via Foreign Military Sales, and commercial defense contractors, serving over 300 customers in total.

Core offerings span NTDS, ATDS, and STANAG adapters for legacy naval and NATO tactical data systems; VNX+ Systems, a VITA 90 standard small-form-factor rugged computing platform with modular SBC, IMU, GPU, PNT, FPGA, SSD, Ethernet, I/O, and power supply modules; Cisco-based ruggedized Compact Embedded Network routers and switches (including the ESR6300); High Density I/O modules; and an FPGA-based 'AI at the Tactical Edge' workflow supporting CNN, Transformer, and custom network deployment on low-power FPGA platforms. Underlying technology includes platform-independent NTDS software enabling OS-agnostic code portability, MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC-429 protocol conversion via Alta Data partnership, MIL-SPEC cable assemblies compliant with IPC-A-610 and WHMA-A-620, and Wind River embedded software integration.

Revenue is generated through direct enterprise field sales of custom-engineered hardware and embedded systems to DoD procurement, FMS channels, and defense primes, supplemented by engineering services (customization, new product development, consulting) and long-tail legacy product support with indefinite component stocking. Pricing is quote-based under multi-year contracts, with no public pricing disclosure. Distribution is primarily direct with channel support from FMS programs and industry partners (Alta Data Technologies, Wind River, Cisco).

Name

GET Engineering

Legal name

GET Engineering Corp.

Website

https://gethdio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GET Engineering is a privately held defense contractor founded in 1982 that designs, engineers, and manufactures tactical communication and rugged computing products — including NTDS adapters, VNX+ small-form-factor systems, and FPGA-based AI edge solutions — for the US Department of Defense, coalition forces, and commercial defense contractors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense Electronics

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411)

SIC

Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Aerospace Communications, Datalinks & Networking (IMABAMAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Military Power Supplies, RF/Microwave Components & Ruggedized Electronics (IMABAGAJ), Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Electronics for Weapons (IMABAGAH), Defense R&D, Test, Evaluation & Innovation (BPAIAHAC)

Keywords

• Tactical communication systems
• Rugged embedded computing
• Defense electronics manufacturing
• Military network adapters
• Field programmable gate arrays

Headquarters

HQ city

El Cajon

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, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Products: Sale of tactical communication products including NTDS adapters, I/O products, compact embedded systems, networking products, and cable assemblies. Products are sold directly to DoD, FMS customers, and commercial contractors.
2. Engineering Services: Custom engineering services including product customization, new product development to customer specifications, custom software development, engineering consulting, and on-site engineering support.
3. Legacy Product Support: Ongoing support and maintenance for legacy products, including component stocking for indefinite production and support, software/firmware updates, and obsolescence management solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

GET Engineering designs, engineers, and manufactures tactical communication products and rugged embedded computing solutions for the US Department of Defense, coalition forces, and commercial defense contractors. Core offerings include NTDS/ATDS/STANAG adapters, VNX+ (VITA 90) small-form-factor rugged computing systems, FPGA-based AI at the tactical edge, Cisco-integrated compact embedded network routers and switches, high-density I/O modules, cable assemblies, and custom engineering services.

Product overview

GET Engineering provides a modular portfolio of tactical communication and computing products primarily for defense applications. The core offering includes VNX+ Systems (VITA 90 standard small-form-factor rugged computing platforms) that integrate with various modules including SBC, IMU, GPU, PNT, FPGA, SSD, I/O, Ethernet Switch, and Power Supply modules. The company also offers AI at the Tactical Edge solutions enabling low-power FPGA-based AI/ML deployment, Cisco Compact Embedded Network routers and switches, and a comprehensive adapter product line (NTDS, ATDS, STANAG) for legacy system integration. High Density I/O products, compact embedded systems, and cable/connector components round out the portfolio. The architecture emphasizes modularity, SWaP-C optimization, and MOSA-aligned design for defense customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AI at the Tactical Edge Low-power artificial intelligence workflow that enables development, testing, and deployment of AI models on FPGA platforms at the edge. Compatible with CNN, Transformer, and custom networks trained using MATLAB, TensorFlow, or PyTorch. Available in development, VPX, and rugged small form factor configurations for defense and tactical applications.
• VNX+ Systems VITA 90 standard small-form-factor rugged computing architecture optimized for demanding defense applications. Modular and scalable design supporting mission computers, sonobuoys, SDR, position navigation and timing (PNT), video processing, low power AI, protocol conversions, and Ethernet over cable. Designed for unmanned vehicles, ground vehicles, and shipboard platforms.
• Cisco Compact Embedded Network Routers and Switches Rugged tactical small form factor secure mobile network routers and switches built around the Cisco ESR6300 Embedded Series Router. Provides six Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on routers and up to 32 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on switches for defense and tactical applications.
• NTDS Adapters Naval Tactical Data System adapters providing legacy conversion solutions to extend product lifecycle for defense customers worldwide. Includes platform-independent software enabling code written once to be used in any operating system.
• ATDS Adapters Adapter products for tactical data system applications supporting defense and military communication requirements, providing form-fit-function replacements for legacy equipment.
• STANAG Adapters STANAG (NATO Standardization Agreement) protocol adapters enabling interoperability with NATO and coalition force systems across tactical data networks.
• High Density I/O Products Military and industrial grade high-density input/output solutions designed for easy integration. Includes A/D, D/A, GPIO, DI, DO, and temperature modules compatible with the VNX+ platform.
• Compact Embedded Systems Compact embedded systems designed with small form factor for modularity and flexibility in defense and industrial applications. Provides modular CES platforms for mission-critical deployments.
• Cable and Connectors Cables and connectors for military and industrial applications including MIL-SPEC cable assemblies built to WHMA-A-620 standards.
• Electronic Components Electronic components for military and industrial applications supporting product manufacturing, maintenance, and obsolescence management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces engineer man-hours for AI implementation by as much as a factor of 3
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Alta Data TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationAlta Data Technologies is the innovation and quality leader in the MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC-429 COTS market. Established in 2007, Alta has shipped nearly $100M in COTS interface cards and real-time Ethernet devices. GET Engineering partners with Alta for interface card technology integration.
• Wind RivercoreTechnology or IntegrationWind River has enabled digital transformation across critical infrastructure sectors for nearly 40 years, helping industries accelerate from automated to autonomous systems. GET Engineering leverages Wind River software for critical infrastructure applications.
• CiscocoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerGET Engineering integrates Cisco ESR6300 Embedded Series Router into rugged tactical small form factor Secure Mobile Network Routers. They offer Cisco network routers and switches in ruggedized form factors for defense applications.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Elma Electronic: Elma Electronic produces rugged enclosures, backplanes, and integrated systems for VPX/VME/OpenVPX applications, comparable to GET's VNX+ chassis and module ecosystem for defense platforms.
• North Atlantic Industries: NAI designs rugged COTS I/O, mission computers, and power conditioning for military applications, directly comparable to GET's High Density I/O products, VNX+ power supply modules, and Compact Embedded Systems.
• VadaTech: VadaTech offers VME, VPX, and small form factor rugged embedded computing products including FPGA and SBC modules, directly competing with GET's VNX+ FPGA and SBC module offerings.
• Kontron (defense and aerospace): Kontron provides rugged embedded computing, motherboards, and COM modules used in defense and aerospace systems, with direct overlap to GET's VNX+ SBC and embedded system products.
• Excalibur Systems: Excalibur Systems designs and manufactures NTDS, ATDS, MIL-STD-1553, and ARINC-429 interface cards and adapters for defense and aerospace, directly overlapping with GET's legacy adapter and protocol conversion product lines.
• Trenton Systems: Trenton Systems builds rugged, SWaP-optimized servers and embedded computing for defense and aerospace, overlapping with GET's VNX+ and Compact Embedded Systems portfolio for tactical applications.
• Abaco Systems (now part of Amphenol): Abaco Systems specializes in rugged embedded computing (VPX, VME, XMC) for defense and industrial applications, directly comparable to GET's VNX+ small form factor rugged computing modules and SBC offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Mercury Systems: Mercury Systems is a major mission-critical defense electronics provider with rugged embedded computing, RF/microwave, and sensor processing subsystems, directly adjacent to GET's VNX+ and AI/edge product portfolio.
• Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions: Curtiss-Wright provides rugged COTS computing, network switches, and tactical communications modules (VPX, VME) for defense platforms, operating at much larger scale but competing for similar rugged tactical computing and networking programs as GET.

Emerging players

• Alta Data Technologies: Alta Data Technologies is a COTS leader in MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC-429 interface cards and real-time Ethernet devices, named in GET's partnership ecosystem and a direct competitor in the same protocol conversion niche.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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