What federal agency is charged with the mission of promoting "U. S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life?

Answer: National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST)

Explanation:

The mission of NIST is to promote industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve quality of life.

NIST also performs several functions like;

- development of standards and guidelines for federal information systems,

- supporting of commerce to facilitate trade,

- cooperating in both international and private efforts to establish standard practices.