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Packaging Engineer, Product Development

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)Full-time$112k2026-10-16 → 2026-11-10
On-siteSecurity clearance required

Core

Design and maintain end-to-end packaging solutions (supplier, internal, and finished goods) to protect and transport high-value defense technology.

Role type

Senior Packaging Engineer (Supply Chain)

Builds

Protective packaging for sensitive military systems and components

Domain

Defense technology / Supply Chain

Required skills

packaging engineering, material selection, supplier evaluation, risk assessment, ERP/WMS systems, regulatory compliance, mechanical/electrical assembly knowledge

Preferred skills

AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PackAssistant, NetSuite, Oracle, MIL specs, hazardous material packaging

Technologies

AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PackAssistant, NetSuite, Oracle, ERP, WMS

Responsibilities

Partner with Engineering and Production to design protective packaging; Lead internal packaging design for production lines; Conduct material selection and supplier evaluations; Develop prototype requirements and lead sourcing; Collaborate on demand forecasting and procurement planning; Lead risk assessments for transportation and storage issues; Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality protocols

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC