Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Forest; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to design effective packaging solutions and ensure compliance with military standards. The role requires collaboration with various teams and the ability to maintain a security clearance. Applicants must have a STEM degree and relevant experience. This role is based in Forest, MS and involves hands-on CAD software work.

Benefits

Relocation assistance is not available

Focus on safety and innovation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.
• Experience with project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop packaging solutions to preserve and safely ship hardware.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure on-time deliverables.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action when defects occur.

Skills

Hands-on experience with CREO or other CAD software

Project management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)

Job description

Overview

Raytheon is seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to provide packaging designs and engineering in support of purchased parts and assemblies, manufacturing processes, and finished product outbound to customers. Our products span a wide range from small devices to large end items such as radars, shelters, and antennas. This role supports multiple production programs by creating and maintaining packaging solutions for preservation and shipment of deliverables. The position balances multiple projects and customers in a dynamic manufacturing environment, supports cost reduction and process improvement initiatives, and supports manufacturing activities on the production floor.

Date Posted: 2025-09-11 • Country: United States of America • Location: Forest, MS (MS301: 19859 Highway 80, Forest, MS 39074 USA) • Position Role Type: Onsite • Security Clearance: DoD Secret. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

At Raytheon, the foundation of our work is rooted in values to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring extensive experience and engineering expertise to meet today’s mission and tomorrow’s threats.

What You Will Do

• Develop thoughtful, effective, and innovative packaging solutions to preserve and safely ship hardware.
• Create packaging designs using CREO 3D CAD, including protective cushioned packs, corrugated structures, wood crates and assemblies, and vacuum-formed plastics.
• Initiate cost reductions and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Mission Assurance, Test Engineering, Operations, Traffic, Safety, and EHS to ensure on-time, value-driven deliverables.
• Create and update work instructions to capture and meet all technical requirements for assembly.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action when defects occur.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute Package Performance testing using ASTM D4169 and/or ISTA protocols.
• Develop and maintain special packaging instructions and drawings meeting Military and Best Commercial standards.
• Undertake safety initiatives including job hazard analysis and ergonomic assessments.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of experience.
• Hands-on experience with CREO or other CAD software.
• Experience with project management.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of distribution environments and their influence on packaging design.
• Knowledge and experience meeting MIL-STD-2073 military packaging requirements.
• Existing CFR 49/IATA certification (or ability to become certified) to package, mark, label, and ship dangerous goods.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing assembly, torque controls, and tolerance stack analysis.
• Experience with cushion curves, shock and vibration testing and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present ideas to senior-level stakeholders.

What We Offer

• RTX values Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation, with a vision for a safer, more connected world.
• Relocation assistance is not available.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Note: This role is US-based; an application window will close approximately 40 days from posting, subject to change.

Equal Opportunity

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws.