Career Areas

Military Career Areas

Much of what we do relates to the military, since a major portion of our work involves DoD, national security and government programs. Once you join us, you can continue serving if you like through the Reserves or National Guard, receiving our full and proud support. Now, let's explore your Lockheed Martin future.

A sampling of positions and military skill sets
...that readily translate into careers with us:
  • Various Weapon System Trainers/Instructors (e.g., AEGIS shipboard weapons systems)
  • Aircraft Captains & Mechanics
  • Avionics Technicians/Mechanics
  • Special Forces
  • Logistics
  • Instructor Pilots
  • Intelligence/Counter-Intelligence Analysts
  • SATCOM Operations
  • Equipment Operators, Maintainers and Instructors

Some examples of former military personnel
...who often excel in Lockheed Martin careers:
  • Weapon Systems Analysts
  • Mission Planners
  • Logistics Analysts
  • Intel Analysts
  • Weapon Systems Requirements Analysts
  • Weapons Systems Instructors
  • Test Pilots

Steps to plan and ease your transition:
  • Take all courses offered through your Transition Assistance office
  • Network with as many contacts as possible who have previously retired and/or transitioned from the military
  • Research closely those career areas in which you have an interest
  • Clearly define your private sector career choices and discuss your goals with potential hiring managers
  • Search our Web site for applicable positions and apply directly (tip: you can set up a "saved search agent" that will notify you of newly opened jobs that match your skills)


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