Lockheed Martin's strong commitment to the military and veteran community begins with the veterans, National Guard and Reservists, and military spouses that comprise about one-fifth of its 116,000 employees. Lockheed Martin's exclusive Handshake 2 Hire career support program helps transitioning and recently separated veterans with resources to successfully enter the civilian workforce. In 2022, Lockheed Martin contributed more than $9.6 million to ensure service members, veterans and their families are prepared, well-supported and enabled to fully participate and thrive in society. It also worked with 733 Veteran-owned small businesses and awarded $759.3 million in subcontracts.