Qualis Corporation was established in 1993 by its president, Elizabeth N. Morard and its vice president, Mary A. Engel. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, Qualis was founded on the principles of the highest standards of technical assistance, hence the name Qualis, Latin for "to qualify." The company is certified as a woman-owned, small disadvantaged business and received its 8(a) certification in July of 1997 by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Qualis Corporation is a group of highly professional scientists, engineers and analysts working to apply individual expertise in innovative research, engineering and support services. Qualis personnel are aerospace professionals who are contributing to both commercial and government space programs.