Mechanical​/Packaging Engineer

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* Description:

** Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity  While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve  We're creating future ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision  We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world  We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation  And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you

The primary role for this candidate will be to develop and maintain the packaging and shipping solutions for our Fleet Ballistic Missile  FBM  Program   The individual will report through the Mechanical Ground Support Equipment  MGSE  Department but will work support multiple disciplines within the program

In this role the engineer will design and develop product crates, skids, hardware and material to ensure that effective and robust end to end transport is achieved while aligning to Contractual and Federal packaging requirements and regulations   In addition to packaging design, the candidate will be responsible to author, release  Packaging Data Sheets  PDS  which dictate specialized packaging instructions to ensure the safety of the equipment   The candidate will also support the LM FBM Logistics team and Customer facilities as required in alignment of the sustainability scope of the FBM program

The engineer will have the opportunity to work with Suppliers, FBM Hardware Engineers and External Customers to develop & improve technical packaging designs to support shipping of program hardware

The engineer will also have the opportunity to collaborate with LM Space packaging personnel and keep up to date on related packaging industry best practices and technological advancements   In addition, the engineer will have the opportunity to identify efficiencies and drive process and communication improvements to advance the FBM program in alignment with the Digital Transformation Initiatives

Travel may be requested to support vendor visits, Customer facility visits or training

The candidate may be called on to support tasks outside of Packaging Design/PDS as required for FBM MGSE program success

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* Basic Qualifications:

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* Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field or equivalent experience/combined education with 1  years of experience

 Knowledge/Experience with CREO or similar CAD tool

 This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written

 The ability to research related packaging issues and identify solutions is required

 Ability to understand, interpret and apply Program, Government and industry standards

 Must be a U S  Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

 Candidate must have the ability to work in an environment with evolving requirements and dynamic schedules

** Desired

Skills:

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* Prior experience with Hazardous Material Training 49

CFR, IATA, IMDG would be a plus

 Background or working knowledge of Packaging Engineering practices

 The ability to become certified in all processes and procedures applicable to packaging and shipping is required

** Security Clearance Statement:
** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration

** Clearance Level:
** Secret

** Other Important Information You Should Know*
* ** Expression of Interest:
** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match   Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future…