QinetiQ Group plc is a UK-based defense technology and security company that delivers advanced systems, services and solutions to government and commercial clients worldwide. Formed in 2001 through the privatization of the Defence Evaluation and Research Agency (DERA), QinetiQ draws on decades of expertise in research and development, test and evaluation, and operational support. Headquartered in Farnborough, England, the company maintains a network of facilities and test ranges across the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia and continental Europe.
The company’s portfolio encompasses a broad spectrum of capabilities, including mission systems integration, cyber and intelligence services, unmanned systems, autonomous platforms and sensor technologies. Leveraging a deep bench of scientists, engineers and data analysts, QinetiQ provides bespoke solutions in areas such as aerospace test and certification, electronic warfare, spectrum management, training and simulation, maritime systems and safety engineering. Its offerings are designed to help customers enhance situational awareness, optimise operational performance and manage risk across both military and civilian environments.
QinetiQ serves a diverse client base that includes national defense departments, intelligence agencies, commercial aerospace operators and critical infrastructure organizations. The company has expanded its international footprint through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, strengthening its presence in key markets such as North America and the Asia-Pacific region. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Steve Wadey, QinetiQ continues to invest in emerging technologies—such as artificial intelligence, robotics and next-generation communications—to address evolving security challenges and support long-term capability development for its customers.
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