Packaging Engineer Sr

You will be the Packaging Engineer Sr for the Packaging Engineering Team. Our team is responsible for designing, developing, and testing packaging solutions that protect, display, and handle products across programs.

You will be the Packaging Engineer Sr for the Packaging Engineering Team. Our team is responsible for designing, developing, and testing packaging solutions that protect, display, and handle products across programs.

As the Packaging Engineer Sr you will be responsible for leading packaging design initiatives, ensuring compliance, and supporting logistics coordination.

• Collaborate with IPTs, suppliers, and the Shipping team to gather packaging and transportation requirements.
• Develop system‑level and subsystem packaging designs, including Special Packaging Instructions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with DOTCFR
  49 POP, ICAO, IMDG, ASTMD
  3951, and applicable MIL‑SPECs.
• Support POP testing activities and compile data for formal test reports.
• Drive process improvements by evaluating emerging packaging materials and recommending cost‑effective alternatives.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver with a strong technical background in packaging engineering. This role offers the chance to impact product protection and logistics across critical programs, working with cross‑functional teams in a dynamic environment.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options.  Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here

This position is located in Grande Praire, TX.  Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

• Knowledge of basic shipping practices, inspection requirements, and related documentation.
• Understanding of Federal DOT regulations (49
  
  CFR Parts
  171‑180) and hazardous‑material handling fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Special Packaging Instructions (SPI) and POP testing concepts.
• Ability to use standard enterprise computer systems (e.g., purchase‑request tools, Microsoft Office).
• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum 1–2years of packaging/transportation engineering experience; associate degree or technical training in engineering, logistics, or a related field.
• Mechanical Design Fundamentals:
  Basic proficiency in mechanical design principles.
• CAD Exposure:
  Working knowledge of MCAD tools (CREO preferred; PTCPro/E acceptable).
• Software
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Regulatory Awareness:
  Familiarity with DOTCFR
  49 hazardous‑material regulations, ICAO Dangerous Goods, and IMDG Code basics.
• Packaging Standards:
  Understanding of ASTMD‑3951 commercial‑packaging guidelines.
• Communication:
  Strong written and oral communication; ability to produce clear technical documents and presentations for small to medium audiences.
• Teamwork:
  Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and adapt to shifting priorities.

• Certification or training in hazardous‑material transportation (e.g., OSHA HAZWOPER, IATA Dangerous Goods).
• Exposure to aerospace or defense program environments.
• Experience with Contractor Integrated Technical Information Service (CITIS) reporting procedures.
• Familiarity with RFID concepts and Product Data Management (PDM) workflows.

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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