The Power of a True Shipmate
Because the strength behind the mission deserves opportunity too.
Being named a top employer for military spouses by U.S. Veterans Magazine reflects a meaningful commitment at Lockheed Martin. It speaks to an understanding that behind every mission is a network of support, and military spouses are central to that story.
They are the constant in a life defined by change. The ones who navigate relocations, rebuild careers, and create stability in the face of uncertainty. In every sense, they are the true shipmates.
Emerald’s journey captures that reality with clarity and conviction.
A Navy spouse, software engineer, and mother, she built her career through persistence and determination, submitting nearly 100 applications before finding the right opportunity. Along the way, she faced a decision familiar to many military spouses: whether to downplay her story or stand firmly in it.
She chose the latter. And it changed everything.
Today, Emerald contributes to mission impacting programs from wherever her family is stationed, while continuing to grow as a leader through development opportunities and hands-on experience across the business. Her path challenges outdated perceptions and proves that mobility does not limit impact. With the right support, it can strengthen it.
In this interview, Emerald shares how flexibility fuels performance, how continuous learning expands what is possible, and how a culture that understands military life can unlock extraordinary potential.