NKI Engineering

Defense Contracting & Engineering

Advanced Defense Solutions for Complex Missions

Founded in 1998, Nathan Kunes Incorporated is a trusted small business based in San Diego, CA, specializing in engineering and technology solutions tailored to meet the complex, mission-critical needs of commercial and defense sectors.

 
Software Engineering

Delivering mission-critical software solutions for defense and government applications, with expertise in secure communications, data processing, and command & control systems.

 
Systems Engineering

Comprehensive systems engineering services for complex defense platforms, including requirements analysis, architecture design, integration, and verification.

 
Information Assurance

Protecting critical defense information with comprehensive security solutions, compliance frameworks, and risk management strategies.

Jun 20, 2026
Full time
$110,000 - $130,000 yearly
NKI Engineering San Diego, CA
Software Engineer Posted 06-Jun-2026 (PST) San Diego, CA, USA 110,000-130,000 per year Full Time NKI is experiencing rapid growth, and we're looking for a full-time  Software Engineer  to join our team and support this exciting expansion. At NKI, we're committed to investing in our employees' growth and development, helping them achieve their career goals. To learn more about us and our team, visit our  website. About You and the Role The Software Engineer will help to aid in next generation of encryption testing tools for the U.S. Navy. This is a 100% on-site position and will be at the customer's location at NIWC Pacific. We are looking for a San Diego-based Software Engineer to join our team at NKI. This is a 100% onsite, full-time position following a 9/80 schedule. Responsibilities Include: Design and architecture of the Navy's next gen test tool for the NSA...
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
$80,000 - $110,000 yearly
NKI Engineering San Diego, CA
Crypto Test Engineer Posted 11-Feb-2026 (PST) San Diego, CA, USA 80,000-110,000 per year Full Time Crypto Test Engineer Nathan Kunes Inc (NKI Engineering)  San Diego, California, United States Save Apply Job Description NKI is looking for a test engineer to provide security and functional testing for cryptographic network systems. This is an exciting position which will introduce networking professionals to cutting edge networks and cryptographic systems. Salary Range: $101,234 - $131,610 depending on experience Responsibilities Include Perform configuration and set up of networked cryptographic devices in a variety of network DoD systems and environments Perform functional and performance testing of devices to determine suitability with operational military capabilities Develop test reports and user guides Answer technical...