Company Research Report: Leidos



Company Overview



  • Name: Leidos

  • Mission: Leidos makes the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science.

  • Founded: 1969 by Dr. J. Robert Beyster

  • Key People:

  • Tom Bell, Chief Executive Officer

  • Liz Porter, President, Health & Civil Sector

  • Steve Hull, President, Digital Modernization Sector

  • Vicki Schmanske, President, Commercial & International Sector

  • Roy Stevens, President, National Security Sector

  • Cindy Gruensfelder, President, Defense Systems Sector

  • Chris Cage, Chief Financial Officer

  • Jim Carlini, Chief Technology Officer

  • Dan Antal, General Counsel

  • Gerry Fasano, Chief Growth Officer

  • Leslie Fautsch, Chief Human Resources Officer

  • Headquarters: No information is available

  • Number of Employees: 48,000

  • Revenue: No information is available

  • Known For: Leidos is known for being a leading systems integrator in technology, engineering, and science, addressing challenges in national security, health, and other critical areas.


Products



Product Categories and Descriptions:


1. Aviation Solutions:
  • Air Traffic Management: Safe, sustainable, efficient, and predictable movement of aircraft.

  • Security Detection & Automation: Focus on global trade and travel security.


2. Defense Capabilities:
  • Airborne Missions: Enhanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities.

  • Command and Control (C2): Data-centric systems for quick decisions.


3. Healthcare:
  • Digital Modernization: Updates to Electronic Health Records and healthcare systems.


4. Homeland Security:
  • Biometrics: Systems that assist in identifying individuals using their biometric information.


5. Cyber Operations:
  • Full-Spectrum Cyber Solutions: Includes Zero Trust, Quantum Cryptography, and more for cybersecurity dominance.


6. Integrated Systems:
  • Sensors and Signal Processing: Real-time threat detection and situational awareness.


7. Rapid Prototyping & Manufacturing:
  • Advanced Manufacturing: High-speed, cost-effective design and production capabilities.


8. Mission Software Systems:
  • Leidos Enterprise Application Foundry (LEAF): Allows for rapid software application development and integration.


Recent Developments


  • Leidos has been awarded several contracts:

  • U.S. Army’s Global Unified Network modernization contract for $331 million.

  • NASA Cargo Mission Support worth $476 million.

  • U.S. Navy autonomous systems design and engineering at $248 million.

  • New Product Launches:

  • AirShield™: A counter-unmanned aerial system developed to tackle drone threats.

  • LSMA-GE (Leidos Special Mission Aircraft - Global Express): Enhancing ISR capabilities with an advanced aircraft platform.


Summary



Leidos is a technology and engineering giant providing critical solutions across national security, defense, healthcare, aviation, and more. The company emphasizes innovation and customer-centric solutions, represented by its broad portfolio of advanced products and capabilities. Recent contracts and product launches highlight Leidos' role in national defense and modernization initiatives, continuing its legacy of technological innovation and leadership.