PORTFOLIO INTEROPABILITY CERTIFICATION LEAD

Quantum Research International•Huntsville, AL

20h

About The Position

Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) is seeking a Portfolio Interoperability Certification Lead to oversee and drive the Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) process across Program Manager (PM) and Product Manager (PdM) portfolios. The role ensures systems meet interoperability requirements for fielding and serves as the primary liaison among PAE, CPE, HQDA G-6, and ASA(ALT). The lead chairs adjudications and shapes test strategies supporting Army modernization and Integrated Fires initiatives. The position manages certification documentation and data packages, coordinates testing and system-of-systems integration, identifies and mitigates interoperability risks, and provides portfolio reporting and executive communications. It also represents PM Test Agent activities in working groups and collaborates with stakeholders to maintain AIC processes and promote best practices across PAE Fires.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, as applicable.
Demonstrated expertise in Army Interoperability Certification policies and experience applying approved AIC policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures.
Experience supporting Test and Evaluation Working Integrated Product Teams, including expertise in data collection, analysis, and software baseline management for complex systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing executive-level memorandums and briefing senior leadership.
Strong leadership and conflict-resolution skills, including 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 a dynamic testing and fielding environment.

Nice To Haves

Deep knowledge of AIC policies, SOPs, and Test and Evaluation WIPT processes.
Experience in System-of-Systems testing, software baseline management, and use of the Digital Interoperability Certification Ecosystem (DICE).
Proven ability to chair incident review adjudications, mitigate portfolio risks, and conduct rigorous quality assurance on test data packages.
Skill in drafting executive memorandums, staffing via ETMS2, and briefing senior stakeholders, including HQDA G-6 and ASA(ALT).
Ability to navigate modernization impacts, including Operation Jailbreak, and drive process standardization.

Responsibilities

Lead the Army Interoperability Certification process by reviewing PM and PdM programs and products for complete, compliant certification, exemption, or waiver documentation.
Review and validate AIC data packages, including the completeness and accuracy of PM Test Agent certification documentation before 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 for PM application packages.
Coordinate AIC activities with PM Test Agents to support Test and Evaluation planning, Working Integrated Product Teams, and interoperability data collection.
Coordinate PM portfolio participation in System-of-Systems (Integrated Fires) test events to support interoperability integration.
Use internal and external resources, including the Digital Interoperability Certification Ecosystem, and monitor products, upcoming test events, and software baselines to support certification planning and execution.
Chair AIC test incident review adjudications, coordinate issue resolution, and engage Operational Capability Environment resources as needed.
Identify and mitigate interoperability issues across the portfolio to support fielding readiness and reduce the need for HQDA intervention.
Assess modernization initiatives for interoperability impacts and develop mitigation strategies.
Provide AIC portfolio updates to HQDA G-6 and lead recurring status briefings with ASA(ALT) and internal Integrated Product Teams.
Coordinate and represent PM Test Agent activities in working groups, Integrated Product Teams, and cross-functional forums supporting Army interoperability and modernization.
Collaborate with ASA(ALT) and external stakeholders to maintain AIC processes, establish strategic partnerships, and promote best practices across PAE Fires.