Lockheed Martin reviews

4.1

84% would recommend to a friend

(1,989 total reviews)
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James D. Taiclet

82% approve of CEO

73% positive business outlook

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4.0
Mar 15, 2026
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Pros

Well-defined development lifecycle and clear program structure. Exposure to complex, mission-critical embedded systems and cross-functional integration work. Opportunities to collaborate across hardware, firmware, test, and production teams. Strong emphasis on documentation, validation rigor, and engineering discipline.

Cons

Large organization structure can slow decision-making and reduce agility. Process-heavy environment may limit experimentation compared to startups. Role scope can sometimes be narrowly defined within specific program boundaries.

4.0
Mar 12, 2026
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Pros

Strong mission-driven culture working on systems that have real national impact. Opportunities to collaborate with highly talented engineers across software, hardware, and systems disciplines. Good benefits, stable programs, and exposure to complex, large-scale engineering projects that build valuable experience.

Cons

Large organization means processes can sometimes feel slow and bureaucratic. Decision-making and tool adoption may take time due to compliance and security requirements. Career growth can depend heavily on program availability and internal mobility.

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