Frequently asked questions

LockLeed is a veteran-owned military staffing and executive-search firm in Minneapolis. We place vetted, mission-ready veterans into direct-hire roles for employers, and we help transitioning service members find civilian careers.

We work on a contingency model. An engagement fee activates the search and applies toward the placement fee on a successful hire; the balance is due only when your candidate accepts. If we don't place someone, you don't pay the placement fee.

Most clients receive a first slate of 2–4 vetted finalists within 5–10 business days of the requirements brief, with full placement typically in 30–45 days.

If a placement doesn't work out within the guarantee period, we go back to work at no additional cost. Ask us for the current guarantee terms when we scope your role.

Ten sectors — aerospace & defense, manufacturing, energy & infrastructure, engineering, operations leadership, supply chain & logistics, cybersecurity & IT, federal & government contractors, maintenance & reliability, and program & project leadership — from front-line supervisors and technicians to plant managers, engineers, and executives.

No. LockLeed focuses exclusively on direct-hire, permanent placement.

We're headquartered in Minneapolis and focused on the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota, backed by a national veteran talent network for the right search.

Some veterans in our network hold active security clearances, which can be valuable for government-adjacent roles. If your role requires one, tell us and we'll factor clearance status into the search.