Leidos announces new manufacturing facility in South Carolina

Leidos announced plans to establish a new security systems manufacturing facility in North Charleston, South Carolina. This will be the company’s third security systems manufacturing location in the U.S., expanding its presence and support to customers. Leidos will invest $31.7M in the new facility, creating up to 170 new jobs in the region over time. “This facility brings more manufacturing back into the U.S. and expands Leidos’ global security capabilities for the aviation and critical infrastructure markets,” said Jim Moos, Leidos Civil Group president. “We’re thrilled to expand into the North Charleston area and look forward to making a positive impact in the community.” The new facility will produce security systems for Leidos’ Security Enterprise Solutions operation.