Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Seattle, Washington
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Since 1969
Leidos is a technology, engineering, and science solutions company founded in 1969 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, United States. It employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people, with an estimated revenue band of $10 billion or more, and is privately held. The company serves the military-defense, electronics, automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026, U.S. Cyber Command selected Leidos to deploy a unified cyber planning platform.
Leidos at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
50,000-100,000
Founded
1969
Headquarters
Seattle, Washington
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
313
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
313
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Japan · United Kingdom · Singapore · China

Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Leidos.
What this tells a buyer
Leidos reported a third-quarter 2026 result and an enhanced full-year guidance, according to a press release distributed by PR Newswire.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and lists machining, assembly, electronics, interior, and tooling among its product areas.
Leidos received a $717 million U.S. Air Force contract in July 2026 to continue intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance support, as reported by Defense Daily.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
57 years in operation (founded 1969).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Leidos is a technology, engineering, and science solutions company founded in 1969 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, United States. It employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people, with an estimated revenue band of $10 billion or more, and is privately held. The company serves the military-defense, electronics, automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026, U.S. Cyber Command selected Leidos to deploy a unified cyber planning platform.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1969 |
Headquarters | Seattle, Washington |
Employees | 50,000-100,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Leidos makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and lists machining, assembly, electronics, interior, and tooling among its product areas.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Machining, Assembly, Electronics, Interior, Tooling (source: leidos.com).
Certifications
Leidos is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — leidos.com
Trade and customs footprint
Leidos reported a third-quarter 2026 result and an enhanced full-year guidance, according to a press release distributed by PR Newswire. US customs bill-of-lading records list 313 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Japan · United Kingdom · Singapore · China.
Latest developments
2026-11-03 — Leidos Delivers Strong Third Quarter and Enhances Full-Year Guidance (prnewswire.com)
2026-10-28 — U.S. Cyber Command selects Leidos to deploy unified cyber planning platform (prnewswire.com)
2026-10-21 — U.S. Cyber Command selects Leidos for full-spectrum cyber operations (prnewswire.com)
2026-09-22 — Leidos to support extended ARTEMIS airborne ISR mission for U.S. Army (prnewswire.com)
2026-07-28 — Leidos Awarded $717 Million Air Force Contract To Continue ISR Support - Defense Daily (defensedaily.com)
2026-04-30 — Leidos receives $869 million Army contract to accelerate military decision making (prnewswire.com)
Company details
Leidos received a $717 million U.S. Air Force contract in July 2026 to continue intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance support, as reported by Defense Daily. Leidos was founded in 1969, has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 57 years in operation (founded 1969). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Leidos make?
Leidos is a technology, engineering, and science solutions company founded in 1969 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, United States. It employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people, with an estimated revenue band of $10 billion or more, and is privately held. The company serves the military-defense, electronics, automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026, U.S. Cyber Command selected Leidos to deploy a unified cyber planning platform.
Where is Leidos headquartered?
Leidos is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
When was Leidos founded?
Leidos was founded in 1969.
How big is Leidos?
Leidos has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Leidos hold?
Leidos lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Leidos import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 313 inbound shipments for Leidos, with top origins including Japan · United Kingdom · Singapore · China.
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