Quantum-Systems has expanded its U.S. footprint with a new Huntsville facility to bring operator-driven unmanned intelligence development closer to mission requirements.

The company announced today that it has opened a 3,200-square-foot engineering and research and development office in Upland Park adjacent to Cummings Research Park.

According to a news release, the new office strengthens the company’s proximity to key defense customers while expanding its U.S. engineering capabilities.

“Huntsville sits at the center of defense and aerospace innovation,” said CEO Dave Sharpin. “Establishing a presence here allows us to work more closely with our customers, expand our engineering bench, and accelerate the development of next-generation unmanned systems.

“We’re also excited to become part of the Huntsville community, collaborating with local partners and contributing to the continued growth of one of the nation’s leading defense technology hubs.”

Quantum-Systems develops unmanned systems for real-world applications and conducts research and development focused on advancing unmanned technology.

The company said its deep-tech approach leverages expertise in aerodynamics, flight controls, computer vision, autonomy, cloud infrastructure, simulation, and manufacturing engineering, enabling the development of next-generation unmanned systems grounded in operational requirements.

The new Huntsville office supports this model by placing engineering and R&D resources closer to defense customers and partners, the company said. This proximity enables direct collaboration, integration of operational feedback, and accelerated development of mission-relevant capabilities, while contributing to the region’s growing aerospace and defense innovation ecosystem.