Description:Role Overview The Packaging Engineer will support Lockheed Martin Space Production Operations as part of the Product Protection Engineering team. This role focuses on designing and implementing packaging solutions that protect products during storage, handling, and transportation, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
Key Duties / Responsibilities ● Design packaging solutions using internal and industry standards to maintain the “as-manufactured” condition of products
● Ensure compliance for outbound hazardous materials shipments
● Analyze current processes to identify gaps and improve efficiency
● Assist in developing product protection specifications
● Test packaging designs to meet Department of Transportation regulations and performance standards
● Use CAD software and product data management systems to create, review, and release product protection designs
● Support production activities, including technical drawing reviews and transportation/logistics initiatives
● Communicate effectively across teams, both orally and in writing
Work Environment ● Fast-paced production and engineering environment
● Collaboration with cross-functional teams in Product Protection Engineering and Production Operations
● Hands-on work with technical drawings and packaging materials
● Some exposure to transportation and logistics operations
Why You’ll Love This Role● Contribute directly to the protection of cutting-edge aerospace products
● Work with experienced engineers in a highly technical and collaborative team
● Apply your skills to both design and production challenges
● Opportunity to engage with regulatory compliance and industry best practices
Company Mission & Program Overview Lockheed Martin Space is dedicated to advancing human exploration and national security through innovative spacecraft and satellite solutions. This role directly supports the mission by ensuring products are safely packaged, shipped, and maintained in their intended condition, enabling successful missions.
Why LM● Be part of a leading aerospace and defense organization shaping the future of space exploration
● Work in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment
● Access to career development and growth opportunities
● Contribute to high-impact projects with real-world significance
Basic Qualifications:Candidates must meet all requirements listed:
● Proficiency with CAD software
● Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent demonstrated experience
● Experience with packaging, certifying, and shipping hazardous materials
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
● United States citizenship
Desired Skills:These skills are not required but will strengthen your candidacy:
● Proficiency with Creo Parametric
● Knowledge of 49 CFR hazardous materials packaging and transportation regulations
● Certifications related to hazardous materials transport
● Familiarity with military and industry packaging standards, such as MIL-STD-2073, MIL-STD-810, ASTM D6256, and ASTM D6251
● Experience applying ASME Y14.5 and Y14.100 drafting standards
● Experience with Military Preservation and Packaging (SPIs, Data Item Descriptions, Packaging and Preservation Plans)
● Experience with high-value spacecraft hardware packaging and handling
● Experience with contamination-sensitive hardware (e.g., ESD, shock, UV, vibration, humidity, corrosion)
● Experience with Creo View and Creo Illustrate
● Knowledge of process specifications, manufacturing processes, and product-specific requirements
● Familiarity with SAP
● Experience performing and conducting peer reviews
● Ability to perform static stress calculations for shock and vibration attenuation
Security Clearance Statement: None
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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 openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
