PORTFOLIO INTEROPABILITY CERTIFICATION LEAD

Quantum Research International; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Research International in Huntsville, AL, seeks a senior Portfolio Interoperability Certification Lead to oversee the Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) across PM and PdM portfolios.

You will chair adjudications, develop templates, and coordinate with HQDA G-6 and ASA(ALT) to ensure fielded systems meet interoperability requirements and support modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) policies with experience applying approved AIC policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Proven experience supporting Test and Evaluation (T&E) Working Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs) with expertise in data collection, analysis, and software baseline management for complex systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare executive-level memorandums and brief senior leadership.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills with the ability to chair adjudication boards and build consensus.
• Ability to anticipate modernization impacts and develop proactive mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) process by reviewing PM and PdM programs to ensure complete AIC documentation exists.
• Review and validate AIC data packages and certification documentation prior to signature.
• Prepare and coordinate memorandums for routing through ETMS2 and HQDA G-6 submission.
• Develop standardized certification templates, checklists, and reports for consistency.
• Coordinate AIC activities with PM Test Agents to support T&E planning and data collection.
• Support interoperability integration across PM portfolios by coordinating test events.
• Leverage resources to meet AIC requirements, monitor test events and software baselines.
• Chair AIC test incident review adjudications and coordinate issue resolution.
• Identify and mitigate interoperability issues to ensure readiness for fielding.
• Assess modernization initiatives and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage portfolio reporting and executive communications to HQDA G-6 and ASA(ALT).
• Coordinate PM Test Agent activities in IPTs and cross-functional forums.
• Collaborate with ASA(ALT) and external stakeholders to maintain AIC processes and promote best practices.

Skills

AIC policies

WIPT experience

Executive communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ETMS2

DICE

Job description

Overview

Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) provides our national defense and federal civilian and industry customers with services and products in the following main areas: 1) Cybersecurity and Information Operations; 2) Space Operations and Control; 3) Aviation Systems; 4) Ground, Air and Missile Defense, and Fires Support Systems; 5) Intelligence Programs Support; 6) Experimentation and Test; 7) Program Management; and (8) Audio/Visual Technology Applications. Quantum's Corporate Office is located in Huntsville, AL, but Quantum actively hires for positions nationwide and internationally. We pride ourselves on providing high quality support to the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters. In addition to our corporate office, we have physical locations in Colorado Springs, CO; Crestview, FL; Orlando , FL and Tupelo, MS.

Mission

Quantum Research International (Quantum) is seeking a highly qualified and strategic Portfolio Interoperability Certification Lead to oversee and drive the Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) process across all Program Manager (PM) and Product Manager (PdM) portfolios. In this critical quality assurance and coordination role, you will ensure systems meet stringent interoperability requirements for fielding. As the primary liaison between the PAE, CPE, HQDA G-6, and ASA(ALT), you will chair critical adjudications and shape test strategies that support Army modernization and Integrated Fires initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) process by reviewing all Program Manager (PM) and Product Manager (PdM) programs and products to ensure complete and compliant AIC certification, exemption, or waiver documentation exists.
• Review and validate AIC data packages by verifying the completeness and accuracy of Program Manager (PM) Test Agent certification documentation prior to PAE Fires implementation signature.
• Prepare and coordinate executive-level AIC certification and exemption memorandums for routing through ETMS2 and submission to HQDA G-6.
• Develop and maintain standardized certification templates, checklists, reports, and supporting documentation to ensure consistency across Program Manager (PM) application packages.
• Coordinate Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) activities with Program Manager (PM) Test Agents to support Test and Evaluation (T&E) planning, Working Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs), and interoperability data collection efforts.
• Support interoperability integration across Program Manager (PM) portfolios by coordinating participation in System-of-Systems (Integrated Fires) test events.
• Leverage internal and external resources to support Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) requirements, including the Digital Interoperability Certification Ecosystem, while monitoring available products, upcoming test events, and software baselines to support successful certification planning and execution.
• Chair Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) test incident review adjudications by coordinating issue resolution and engaging in Operational Capability Environment (OCE) resources as needed to support timely resolution.
• Proactively identify and mitigate interoperability issues across the portfolio to ensure systems are ready for fielding and minimize the need for HQDA intervention.
• Assess modernization initiatives to identify interoperability impacts and develop actionable mitigation strategies supporting Army modernization efforts.
• Manage portfolio reporting and executive communications by providing Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) updates to HQDA G-6 and leading recurring status briefings with ASA(ALT) and internal Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• Coordinate and represent Program Manager (PM) Test Agent activities in high-level working groups, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and cross-functional forums supporting Army interoperability and modernization initiatives.
• Collaborate with ASA(ALT) and external stakeholders to maintain current Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) processes, establish strategic partnerships, and promote best practices across PAE Fires.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, as applicable.
• Demonstrated expertise in Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) policies with experience applying approved AIC policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proven experience supporting Test and Evaluation (T&E) Working Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs) with expertise in data collection, analysis, and software baseline management for complex systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare executive-level memorandums and brief senior leadership, including PAE Fires, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology (ASA(ALT)), and Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA).
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills with the ability to chair adjudication boards, build consensus among diverse stakeholders, and resolve complex technical and organizational challenges.
• Ability to anticipate modernization impacts and develop proactive mitigation strategies in support of a dynamic testing and fielding environment.

Desired Skills And Qualifications

• AIC & T&E Expertise: Deep knowledge of Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) policies, SOPs, and Test & Evaluation (T&E) WIPT processes.
• System Integration: Experience in System-of-Systems testing, software baseline management, and using the Digital Interoperability Certification Ecosystem (DICE).
• Technical Leadership: Proven ability to chair incident review adjudications, mitigate portfolio risks, and perform rigorous quality assurance on test data packages.
• Executive Communication: Skilled at drafting executive memos, staffing via ETMS2, and briefing senior stakeholders (HQDA G-6, ASA(ALT)).
• Strategic Foresight: Ability to navigate modernization impacts (e.g., Operation Jailbreak) and drive process standardization.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.