Leidos

Leidos, a science and technology leader solving complex challenges in defence, security, civil and healthcare, values veteran hiring for business growth. As a key talent source, Leidos partners with the Career Transition Partnership and leverages its strong employee referral network. Veterans are employed across all programmes, skills and levels from their military transition onwards. Leidos's Operation MVP initiative recruits and supports veterans and military spouses globally. Currently, 140 veterans work for Leidos in the UK, while globally 19% of employees are veterans, representing nearly 8,600 individuals. Veterans understand Leidos's MOD customer base well, with synergies between Leidos's mission and values and those of the Armed Forces. Leidos assists veterans through the often difficult transition to private sector careers, committed to enabling fulfilling roles across its business areas. Philanthropically, Leidos supports active duty personnel, veterans, the defense/intelligence communities and their families through joint efforts. A Military and Family Life Counselling Programme provides accessible, transformative support for service members and families in areas like deployment, overseas postings and base life. Leidos ranked number 2 on Forbes’ Best Employers for Veterans list and number 44 on the Drucker Institute’s Top 250 US companies. It recently won Military Spouse Friendly Employer from Military Friendly. The Leidos Military Alliance Group is a professional employee network of veterans, spouses and supporters. It serves to recognise veteran service, unify veterans within Leidos, and support those still serving. The group's foundation is to 'serve those who have served'. It plays a vital role championing veteran recruitment and transition support through direct mentoring. All employees can join to embrace its mission and camaraderie. Extensive world-class training resources cater to different learning styles, including e-learning platforms, mentoring, workshops and the Leidos TechX Academy for technical upskilling aligned to business needs. Over 300 employees have undertaken TechX training so far, including many veterans. With its close MOD links, familiar environment and innovative technology focus, Leidos enables veterans to continue serving the nation while transitioning into fulfilling civilian careers.