Leidos Holdings, Inc. is an American company based in Reston, Virginia, specializing in defense, aviation, information technology, and biomedical research. With annual revenues of $16.7 billion as of 2024, Leidos is recognized as a leader in the Fortune 500, serving sectors such as defense, intelligence, civil, and health.
Founded in 1969 as Science Applications Incorporated (SAI), Leidos has evolved significantly over the decades. The company became known for its work on major U.S. government projects and was rebranded as Leidos in 2013 after a split from its parent company. Leidos operates through four main divisions: Civil, Health, Advanced Solutions, and Defense & Intelligence. It offers a range of services, including scientific and engineering services, systems integration, national security solutions, and healthcare IT, notably the MHS GENESIS electronic health record system. The company has achieved significant milestones, including contributions to the America's Cup and the deployment of healthcare systems for the Department of Defense.
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