Does Leidos pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Leidos employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Leidos. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Leidos?

75% of Leidos employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Leidos 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Leidos?

Software Engineer (232) , Project Manager (113) , Systems Engineer (77) , Analyst (76) , Senior Software Engineer (73) , Engineer (63) , Systems Administrator (61) , Software Developer (60) , Distribution Engineer (55) , Associate Distribution Engineer (44) , Program Manager (41) , Intern (40) , Intelligence Analyst (39) , Network Engineer (39) , Geospatial Analyst (36)

What are the pros of working at Leidos according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and lots of open positions if you're looking for a transition or move.." ((in 502 reviews)); "The people are great and knowledgeable" ((in 338 reviews)); "Leidos has good benefits and depending upon the contract good pay... but their timecards are a joke." ((in 332 reviews)); "Good work life balance and 401K" ((in 271 reviews)); "great culture and resources available" ((in 126 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Leidos according to real employee reviews?

"Intentionally placed under a bad manager when returning from FMLA (due to a cancer diagnosis)." ((in 80 reviews)); "no bonus very nickel and dime very usa centric" ((in 67 reviews)); "Upper management do not care about you." ((in 66 reviews)); "The lines of communication up and down the ranks are poor." ((in 38 reviews)); "No job security" ((in 30 reviews))

What are employees saying about Leidos layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Leidos layoffs and their outlook for job security at Leidos in 2026.

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3.9

75% would recommend to a friend

(5,056 total reviews)

Tom Bell

86% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.1

Work/Life balance

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Culture & values

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Senior management

3.5

Career opportunities

Leidos has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 5,056 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Leidos employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Aeroespacial y defensa industry (3.6 stars).

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4.0

Apr 24, 2026

Not bad

Cnc machinist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Brilliant cnc manager and okay pay

Cons

Now way to progress unfortunately

Leidos Response

1mo

Thank you for your review. We use employee feedback to improve our business and your comments are valued. Thanks for your contribution in making Leidos a great place to work.

5.0

Apr 22, 2026

Strong management and benefits, but slow promotions

Data analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great management, prime contracts and good benefits

Cons

Promotions for on site contractors is a slow process

4.0

Apr 22, 2026

Strong work-life balance but risks from contract dependency

Automation manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

trong Work-Life Balance: Employees frequently praise the flexible scheduling, including remote work options and 9/80 schedules (working 80 hours over nine days with every other Friday off). Competitive Benefits: The company offers a solid 401(k) match (often 100% up to 6% of pay), generous parental leave (up to 160 hours), and unique "Flex PTO" pools for some roles. Internal Mobility: As a massive organization, Leidos provides numerous opportunities to transfer between departments or projects, which can help employees find new roles without leaving the company.

Cons

Bureaucracy & Politics: Some employees report a highly risk-averse corporate culture and heavy "red tape" that can stifle innovation and slow down decision-making. Job Stability Risks: Because the business model relies on government contracts, there is a risk of layoffs or "sitting on the bench" (unbillable time) if a major contract is lost or expires. Contract Dependency: Your daily experience—including job security, tools used, and management style—is largely dictated by the specific government contract you support.

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