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Not all Lockheed Martin interviews will have this exact question, but preparing to answer them will help you to have a more successful interview experience. If it does come up, this question serves two main purposes. First, it separates candidates who took the time to dig in and research Lockheed Martin well from those who only looked into the basics. Second, it identifies candidates who were interested in learning about the core values behind Lockheed Martin, their employees, and the way they conduct business.

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Research Lockheed Martin's a href"https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/who-we-are/ethics.html"core values/a and do your best to remember at least one. Luckily, they are short, easy to relate to, and fairly easy to remember.
If you can remember them in your interview, recite them and then let your interviewer know that you share similar values. If you struggle to remember, be honest and ask your interviewer what they are. Take a moment after they reply to let them know you understand the importance of the values and you will be able to align with them if hired.

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"It is important to me to work for a company that shares my values. I was excited to learn that Lockheed Martin's commitment to doing what is right, respecting others, and performing with excellence is in direct alignment with my personal values."

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"I remember two of the core values of doing what is right and respecting others. I cannot recall the third at this time. Can you share it with me?
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Thank you. I feel confident I will be able to demonstrate each of these values if hired at Lockheed Martin."

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