Packaging Engineer

Standard Job Description

You will be the Packaging Engineer for the Packaging Engineering team. Our team is responsible for designing, developing, and testing packaging solutions while ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing cost and performance.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Packaging Engineer you will be responsible for creating and validating container designs that protect products during handling and transport, collaborating with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and maintaining documentation in line with GMP and regulatory standards.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Design and test packaging containers for diverse product requirements.

Develop specifications that meet cost, legal, and environmental constraints.

Coordinate with suppliers, shipping, and IPTs to implement packaging solutions.

Manage documentation and ensure compliance with GMP, DOT, and contractual clauses.

Drive continuous-improvement initiatives for packaging efficiency.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment. This role offers the chance to impact product protection worldwide, work with cutting-edge materials, and grow your expertise within a supportive team.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. https://lmt.co/OneLM-JobDescription-Benefits

Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-OrlandoFL

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MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start

Basic Qualifications

Ability to lift 35 pounds

An active U.S. Department of Defense SECRET Security Clearance.

Education/Experience: Minimum 1 - 2 years of packaging/transportation engineering experience; associate degree or technical training in engineering, logistics, or a related field.

Packaging and Transportation Engineering Experience: 1-2 years of experience supporting packaging, shipping, transportation, logistics, depot, or related engineering activities; associate degree, technical training, or equivalent relevant experience preferred.

Packaging Standards and Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of DOT 49 CFR hazardous material requirements, ICAO Dangerous Goods Regulations, IMDG Code requirements, ASTM D3951 commercial packaging practices, Special Packaging Instructions (SPI), and Performance Oriented Packaging (POP) testing concepts.

Technical and Mechanical Aptitude: Understanding of mechanical design fundamentals with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, packaging requirements, inspection criteria, and shipping documentation.

Shipping and HAZMAT Practices: Familiarity with basic shipping processes, packaging inspections, hazardous material handling, documentation, and preparation of hardware for domestic and international transportation.

Software and Communication Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to effectively coordinate technical requirements with engineering, suppliers, shipping personnel, logistics organizations, and other cross-functional teams.

Desired Skills

Communication and Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop clear technical documentation and presentations and work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Relevant Sustainment Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Field Service, Depot Operations, Contractor Logistics Support, Depot Maintenance Engineering, or a similar sustainment environment.

Weapons System Experience: Previous experience supporting an Air-to-Air missile system or comparable complex military system.

Technical Interpretation and Troubleshooting: Demonstrated ability to interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, schematics, interface specifications, and system-level requirements, and apply troubleshooting, fault detection, and fault isolation techniques

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.