Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) On Derivative Instruments (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2015	Mar. 31, 2014
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Foreign exchange contracts- change in fair value	$ 0	$ 243
Remeasurement of related contract receivables, billings in excess of revenue earned, and subcontractor accruals	(48)	(139)
(Gain) loss on derivative instruments, net	$ (48)	$ 104

Amount of gain (loss) recognized in earnings in the period due to Gain (loss) on remeasurement of related contract receivables, billings in excess of revenue earned, and subcontractor accruals.

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Aggregate net gain (loss) on all derivative instruments recognized in earnings during the period, before tax effects.

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Amount of gain (loss) recognized in earnings in the period from the increase (decrease) in fair value of foreign currency derivatives not designated as hedging instruments.

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