After a nearly month-long strike, Lockheed Martin workers in Orlando and Denver have returned to work following approval of a new five-year union contract. Represented by the UAW, the employees had walked off the job over claims that the company failed to negotiate in good faith. The new agreement, backed by a majority of voting union members, includes nearly 20% in wage increases, faster progression to top pay, and better retirement and parental leave benefits. Starting wages now range from $20 to $26 an hour, up from $15. The strike drew broad local political and union support before the deal was reached.
See " Lockheed Martin workers end strike, return to work with new union contract ", McKenna Schueler , Orlando Weekly, June 2, 2025