Leidos

Aalyria Awarded Contract to Utilize Tightbeam Laser Comms Capability for Naval Research Laboratory SOAR Project

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 27, 2023

This contract with NRL fits into Aalryia’s larger mission to create, organize and manage the world’s most advanced networks to enable connectivity everywhere. In addition to Tightbeam, the company is commercializing a separate and complementary advanced networking capability called Spacetime.This technology is capable of orchestrating and managing networks of ground stations, aircraft, satellites, ships, urban meshes, and more. It optimizes and continually evolves the antenna link scheduling, network traffic routing, and spectrum resources -- responding in real time to changing network requirements.

Key Points: 
  • Aalyria – a startup commercializing networking and communications technologies acquired from Google – has been awarded a contract with the Office of Naval Research and Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) to utilize the company’s Tightbeam technology to develop a first-of-its-kind capability to enable ultra-fast, hyper-secure, over-the-horizon connectivity across the Navy’s sea, air, and land assets.
  • The initial $7 million contract award is for the first phase of the Navy’s Secure Optical Aerial Relay (SOAR) project.
  • Tightbeam’s Pointing, Acquisition and Tracking (PAT) capability can establish connections among static or in-motion objects in seconds.
  • The goal of SOAR is to provide a robust, low latency, high bandwidth free space optical communication capability for warfighting scenarios.

Leidos Adds Carahsoft to Alliance Partner Network

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 26, 2023

RESTON, Va., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, today announced the addition of Carahsoft Technology Corp as a Corporate Alliance Partner to the Leidos Alliance Partner Network (LAPN).

Key Points: 
  • RESTON, Va., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, today announced the addition of Carahsoft Technology Corp as a Corporate Alliance Partner to the Leidos Alliance Partner Network (LAPN).
  • "Carahsoft embodies our shared values and commitment to our customers on the forefront of innovation," said Leidos Chief Procurement Officer Bob Gemmill.
  • "This collaboration will enable Leidos to leverage Carahsoft's extensive distribution network, public sector expertise and influence to better serve government customers with leading-edge solutions."
  • "Carahsoft is honored to be selected as a member of the Leidos Alliance Partner Network," said Mike McCalip, Vice President for Government Programs and Strategy at Carahsoft.

Professional Diversity Network Inc. Hosts Successful Happy Hour Hiring Event

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 22, 2023

Expo Experts has provided virtual and in-person hiring events focusing on engineering, technology, and security cleared candidates for over 20 years.

Key Points: 
  • Expo Experts has provided virtual and in-person hiring events focusing on engineering, technology, and security cleared candidates for over 20 years.
  • Its first new product - the Happy Hour Hiring Event took place on June 6, 2023, and provided opportunities for employers and candidates to discuss open opportunities in a casual environment whereby creating an ambiance with less stress, yet keeping the formalities of client-employer discussions.
  • 11 companies participated in the event either in-person or virtually, including Naval Systems, Inc., Leidos, SRC, HX5, and Alkermes.
  • The Happy Hour Hiring Event was a format that proved successful.

Leidos and Aalyria joining forces to revolutionize security and resiliency of complex global scale critical networks

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 19, 2023

"Leidos' proven national security experience, paired with Aalyria's leading-edge technology, will deliver operational advantages to strengthen U.S. and allied national security through joint multi-domain operations (MDO) solutions.

Key Points: 
  • "Leidos' proven national security experience, paired with Aalyria's leading-edge technology, will deliver operational advantages to strengthen U.S. and allied national security through joint multi-domain operations (MDO) solutions.
  • "Aalyria and Leidos together solving national security challenges is exactly what the nation needs.
  • This collaboration with Leidos will help us integrate Spacetime into more systems and solutions, ultimately realizing a complete cJADC2 capability."
  • Leidos is leveraging its deep domain and technology experience in key areas, including cyber, to develop unique complements to the Spacetime platform.

Leidos' MACH-TB program successfully completes 1st test launch

Retrieved on: 
Sunday, June 18, 2023

WALLOPS ISLAND, Va., June 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos, a Fortune 500® technology, engineering and science solutions and service leader, announced its Dynetics team has successfully completed a large-scale test for its MACH-TB program.

Key Points: 
  • WALLOPS ISLAND, Va., June 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos, a Fortune 500® technology, engineering and science solutions and service leader, announced its Dynetics team has successfully completed a large-scale test for its MACH-TB program.
  • The Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonic Test Bed (MACH-TB) program is meant to increase the speed of testing for all commercially available hypersonic systems.
  • "This successful test has demonstrated first hypersonic insertion of a payload from a commercial launch vehicle and the team is ready to move forward into the next phase of this program," said Leidos CEO Tom Bell.
  • The inaugural launch took place on June 17 at 9:24 p.m. UTC from Rocket Lab's Launch Complex 2 at Virginia's Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport within NASA's Wallops Flight Facility.

Console & Associates, P.C.: Leidos Experienced Data Breach Related to Vulnerability in Diligent Corp. Software

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 15, 2023

The data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C.

Key Points: 
  • The data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C.
  • On June 9, 2023, Leidos filed notice of a data breach affecting consumers nationwide with the Attorney General of Montana.
  • Leidos notes that the incident stemmed from two periods of unauthorized access relating to software provided by Diligent Corporation.
  • Leidos has not yet provided a list of what information was exposed; however, based on state data breach reporting guidelines, it may include consumers' names and:

Leidos Leads Advancements in Large Language Models and Generative AI, Accelerating Trust and Strategic Partnerships

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 14, 2023

RESTON, Va., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, today announced the successful deployment of Large Language Models (LLMs) – the foundational technology for Generative AI – within the Leidos Health Group.

Key Points: 
  • RESTON, Va., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, today announced the successful deployment of Large Language Models (LLMs) – the foundational technology for Generative AI – within the Leidos Health Group.
  • "Generative AI is going to revolutionize industries and Leidos is at the forefront of putting this powerful technology into action," said Jim Carlini, Leidos Chief Technology Officer.
  • "Years ago, we recognized the potential of the LLMs that power today's Generative AI breakthroughs and began the work to unlock it.
  • These partnerships allow Leidos to work on the most advanced models available – from OpenAI's GPT4 through Microsoft to Google's Bard and Amazon's recently announced Bedrock.

QTC Medical Group Opens New Flagship Clinic Facility in Virginia

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 6, 2023

RESTON, Va., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- QTC Medical Services, Inc. (QTC), a Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) company, today announced the opening of its new flagship clinic facility in Fairfax, Va.

Key Points: 
  • RESTON, Va., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- QTC Medical Services, Inc. (QTC), a Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) company, today announced the opening of its new flagship clinic facility in Fairfax, Va.
  • "With this flagship QTC clinic, Leidos remains dedicated to delivering exceptional and streamlined care through industry-leading health delivery solutions."
  • "I'm excited to see how QTC Medical Services' innovative approach and this new state-of-the-art facility will help provide high-quality, timely health care to Virginia's servicemembers and veterans in Northern Virginia."
  • "Northern Virginia is a hub for state-of-the-art medical care, and this clinic will only bolster those credentials.

Leidos Becomes First Major Prime Contractor to Adopt NCMA Contract Management Standard

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 1, 2023

RESTON, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, today announced its intent to adopt the National Contract Management Association's (NCMA) Contract Management Standard ™ (CMS™).

Key Points: 
  • RESTON, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, today announced its intent to adopt the National Contract Management Association's (NCMA) Contract Management Standard ™ (CMS™).
  • By adopting this standard, Leidos will align its workforce competency with the standard recently adopted by the federal government and institutions of higher education.
  • The company is committed to developing the contract management profession as a meaningful and rewarding career path.
  • "This adoption reinforces Leidos' commitment to the profession, their contract management teams and the missions we serve together."

V2X Names Jo Ann Bjornson to Chief Human Resources Officer

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 1, 2023

McLEAN, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- V2X (NYSE: VVX) has named Jo Ann Bjornson to Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective June 1, 2023. In this role, Bjornson will be responsible for the company's global human resources strategy and operations including talent management, recruitment, leadership development, and compensation and benefits. She will join the executive team and report to President and Chief Executive Officer, Chuck Prow.

Key Points: 
  • McLEAN, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- V2X (NYSE: VVX) has named Jo Ann Bjornson to Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective June 1, 2023.
  • In this role, Bjornson will be responsible for the company's global human resources strategy and operations including talent management, recruitment, leadership development, and compensation and benefits.
  • She will join the executive team and report to President and Chief Executive Officer, Chuck Prow.
  • V2X names Jo Ann Bjornson to Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer.