Lockheed employees have "up-to-date equipment" and the "latest technology" at their fingertips. "The work is technically very exciting," says one insider. "We work with the latest technologies, are involved in all phases of projects, and get to participate in some activities which very few people have the privilege to." Adds that contact: "Most of my friends who don't do this type of work tell me they get bored."

Varied corporate culture