Steven Rudder joined the Lockheed Martin Corporation in March 2025 after completing 38 plus years of distinguished service in the United States Marine Corps and 2 years in Defense Industry and International Sales as a Business Development Consultant.  He is currently the LMGA Vice President, Navy-Marine Corps Programs. He retired after 38 years as the Commanding General, Marine Forces Pacific where he commanded all US Marine air and ground operations in the Asia-Pacific.

During his career, he commanded a Light Attack Helicopter Squadron, Marine Air Group, Marine Air Wing, and Marine Pacific Forces. His General Officer leadership positions included the Director of Marines Corps Legislative Affairs, Commander of 1st Marine Air Wing in Japan, and Director of Policy and Plans (J5) for INDOPACOM. Before assuming command of Marine Forces Pacific, he served as the Deputy Commandant for Aviation where he managed all Marine Aviation aircraft procurement and sustainment programs.

Mr. Rudder is a graduate of Boston University, a Graduate of the US Army War College, Marine Corps Command and Staff (C&S), and holds a Master in National Security Strategy. He has over 5000 hours in multiple aircraft and is the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross.