Light Industrial - Inventory/Materials Ast

Light Industrial - Inventory/Materials Ast | Grand Prairie, Texas, United States Light Industrial - Inventory/Materials Assistant (Packaging Engineer Associate)
Grand Prairie, TX, 75051 | Lockheed Martin

[About the Role]
Join a cutting-edge team at Lockheed Martin as a Packaging Engineer Associate, supporting advanced Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T) activities for critical programs. Be at the center of operations, collaborating with integrated product teams, suppliers, vendors, and shipping departments to ensure seamless and compliant movement of mission-essential hardware and materials. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals eager to advance their careers within the aerospace and defense industry.

[Responsibilities]

- Coordinate packaging and shipping requirements across internal and external stakeholders to meet program and regulatory objectives.
- Assist in developing and maintaining Special Packaging Instructions, ensuring compliance with DOT, hazardous material, and performance-oriented packaging standards.
- Support hazardous material identification, labeling, documentation, and shipment activities.
- Participate in packaging design reviews, process improvements, and root cause analysis for damaged shipments.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and shipping records using Microsoft Office tools.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to support packaging data content and hardware transportation needs.
- Resolve packaging and logistical challenges through proactive teamwork and effective communication.
- Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and customer-specific packaging requirements.
- Support occasional overtime and travel as needed to meet program milestones.

[Required Skills and Experience]

- 1-3 years supporting packaging, handling, storage, transportation, or shipping for hardware, components, or system-level equipment.
- Proven ability to coordinate packaging and shipping requirements with cross-functional teams.
- Experience interpreting and supporting compliance with DOT 49 CFR and hazardous material shipping requirements.
- Skilled in developing and maintaining packaging documentation and technical support data.
- Proficient in hazardous material identification, inventory, and shipment activities using SDS/MSDS protocols.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills for creating documentation, reports, and shipping records.
- Experience in technical documentation, process improvement, and root cause analysis.
- Familiarity with engineering design data, product data management systems, and MCAD tools like CREO, Pro/E.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated teamwork and relationship-building skills in fast-paced environments.
- Willingness to work onsite, support overtime, and travel as required.

[Preferred Skills]

- Knowledge of Special Packaging Instructions and Performance Oriented Packaging testing.
- Understanding of international and military packaging and hazardous material regulations.
- Familiarity with commercial and military packaging standards (ASTM D3951, MIL-STDs).
- Experience with RFID, product data management software, and workflow processes.
- Background in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, logistics, or regulated technical environments.
- Experience evaluating handling equipment and improving packaging design and shipping performance.

[Benefits]

- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunities for career advancement within the aerospace and defense sector
- Collaborative, high-impact team environment
- Exposure to advanced technologies and mission-critical projects
- Professional development and training programs

[How to Apply]

Ready to launch your career in a dynamic, innovative environment? Submit your application through our careers portal and join Lockheed Martin's team of industry leaders.

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