QinetiQ US Expands Operations in Huntsville, Enhancing National Security Innovation

QinetiQ US Expands to Huntsville, Alabama

QinetiQ US, a pivotal player in defense and national security, has recently announced its strategic expansion into Huntsville, Alabama. This move reinforces the company's dedication to providing mission-driven innovations specifically tailored to the defense and aerospace sectors.

With this expansion, QinetiQ US is poised to enhance its support for critical government initiatives, particularly the U.S. Army Aerial Target Systems 3 (ATS-3) contract. This particular project is crucial as it aids the U.S. Army’s Threat Systems Management Office (TSMO) housed at the famed Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. By establishing a foothold within Rocket City, QinetiQ aims to improve its responsiveness and flexibility to current and prospective clients in this vital region.

President and CEO, Shawn N. Purvis, emphasized the importance of this development, stating, "Our expansion into Huntsville marks a significant milestone in QinetiQ's growth strategy. For over 30 years, we have been providing realistic threat representations through advanced target systems and comprehensive support services that assist the warfighter. With our new base in Rocket City, we can now bring this legacy of service and innovation directly to this rapidly developing area of defense activity."

QinetiQ US has a vast workforce that encompasses a range of disciplines, including engineering, software development, mission operations, and intelligence analysis. The expansion into Huntsville represents an opportunity for the company to tap into the skilled workforce available in the region, which is well-known for its concentration of tech-savvy professionals who are adept in defense and aerospace domains.

Joe Boeckx, the Chief Growth Officer at QinetiQ US, highlighted the significance of this strategic growth, saying, "Enhancing our presence in Huntsville allows us to effectively cater to the full spectrum of our customer needs. The ATS-3 contract award presents us with an opportunity to deliver proven aerial target systems and robust lifecycle services. It involves everything from field operations and engineering support to launcher teams. Moreover, we are eager to contribute our program management and professional abilities to assist the Missile Defense Agency as well."

In addition to supporting the U.S. Army, QinetiQ US looks forward to forming strong partnerships within Huntsville’s vibrant defense community. Collaborating with local businesses will undoubtedly further the missions of their customers and enhance their operational efficiency.

To commemorate this expansion, an official ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled in partnership with the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce on December 10th, at the new QinetiQ US office located at 4100 Market Street, Suite 100.

About QinetiQ US

QinetiQ US is a leader in defense and national security solutions, dedicated to delivering innovative, mission-driven engineering services to enhance ISR, advanced cyber technology, mission operations, and multi-domain autonomous systems. The company is committed to ensuring that its offerings provide a decisive advantage while addressing the complexities faced by defense and national security agencies. Operated under a Special Security Agreement (SSA) with the U.S. Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency, QinetiQ US remains aligned with the overarching goals of national security, ensuring that advanced technological solutions are securely delivered to meet the needs of its clients.

For more information about QinetiQ US and its initiatives, please visit www.us.QinetiQ.com.