LEIDOS INC

Leidos Inc. specializes in research and development for physical, engineering, and life sciences applications, with deep expertise in supporting human spaceflight missions for NASA. The contractor delivers end-to-end mission-critical systems for life sciences research aboard the International Space Station, including the design, integration, and sustainment of rodent research flight kits, animal care facilities, and intravehicular activity laboratories. Their technical capabilities encompass mission integration, payload engineering, microgravity experiment support, and facility operations for biological and physiological investigations in space. Leidos demonstrates specialized proficiency in developing and maintaining complex scientific instrumentation, such as automated microscope systems and remote monitoring platforms, ensuring operational reliability under extreme environmental constraints. The contractor maintains a sustained, long-term relationship with NASA, consistently providing engineering and operational services for human spaceflight programs. Their work supports the full lifecycle of space-based life sciences research—from payload development and ground systems integration to in-orbit mission support and facility sustainment—particularly within the Human Spaceflight and Exploration divisions. This recurring engagement reflects a trusted partnership in enabling scientific discovery in low-Earth orbit. Leidos operates primarily within NAICS 541712, focusing on applied research and development for space-based life sciences and physical experiments. Their market positioning centers on high-reliability, mission-essential systems for government-funded space exploration, distinguishing themselves through rigorous systems engineering, flight-certified hardware development, and seamless mission operations integration. As a 2L entity based in Webster, Texas, Leidos Inc. functions as a large-scale federal contractor with no public certifications on record. Their geographic presence is anchored in Texas, supporting NASA’s human spaceflight infrastructure with a focus on mission operations and science payload development. The company is positioned as a mission-critical partner in the U.S. space science ecosystem, delivering technically complex solutions for enduring space research programs.