Packaging Engineer

Packaging Engineer leads design, testing, and regulatory compliance for hazardous-material packaging and shipment of defense hardware.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor�s degree in Packaging Engineering or related engineering field

• Eligibility for Secret security clearance

• 4 + years manufacturing or defense experience creating special packaging instructions and hazardous-material shipping documentation

• Proficiency with Mechanical CAD; CREO / PTC Pro E preferred

• Working knowledge of DOT 49 CFR Parts 171-180, ASTM D 3951, ICAO Technical Instructions, and IMDG Code

• Familiarity with military packaging specifications, RFID tracking, and product-data-management workflows

• Experience planning and executing Performance-Oriented Packaging (POP) tests and reports

• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Preferred Skills

• Lean exposure to cost-effective packaging design for aerospace or missile systems

• Discrete-event test planning and coordination with certified laboratories

• CREO surfacing and sheet-metal module expertise

• Value-stream mapping for packaging, handling, and storage operations

Job Responsibilities

• Develop special packaging instructions to support initial hazard classification, fabrication, and shipment of flight and ground-test hardware

• Prepare POP test plans; coordinate laboratory testing; observe trials; collect data; and compile DID-1030 compliant reports for DOT container certification

• Coordinate with shipping departments, regulatory agencies, and program teams to resolve packaging questions and ensure on-time hardware delivery

• Schedule and conduct Packaging, Handling, and Storage (PHS) technical reviews; define efficient, economical protection requirements for all system materiel

• Design commercial packaging in accordance with ASTM D 3951 for test flights, logistics demonstrations, and system-support packages

• Verify hazardous hardware is packaged, labeled, and documented per DOT and military regulations; maintain current regulatory references

• Analyze site handling-equipment needs and confirm adequate facilities at depots and installations throughout the program lifecycle

Pay Details: $50.00 to $53.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance