Packaging Engineer

As a Packaging Engineer, you will collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain teams to design packaging solutions that protect high-value and sensitive technology during transport, storage, and deployment. You will lead the design of internal packaging solutions for delivering parts to the production line, while working with Material Flow and Industrial Engineering teams on implementation. Your role will involve conducting material selection, supplier packaging evaluations, and ensuring compliance with technical requirements.

• Design packaging that protects high-value and sensitive technology during transport, storage, and deployment.
• Lead the design of internal packaging solutions for delivering and presenting parts to the production line.
• Conduct material selection and supplier packaging evaluations to meet technical requirements.
• Develop and review prototype requirements, execute against build milestones, and lead sourcing activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for accurate demand forecasting, procurement planning, and timely delivery.
• Lead risk assessments and investigations for packaging-related issues in transportation and storage.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and quality control protocols.

• 5 years of experience in packaging engineering within a high-rate supply chain or manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or materials engineering.
• Experience with packaging solutions in automotive, defense, semiconductor, or other relevant industries.
• Familiarity with defense packaging and transportation standards.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, inventory management techniques, and material planning strategies.
• Proficiency in design software such as SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of ISTA standards.

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of hazardous material packaging and compliance.

The role involves a dynamic work environment where you will engage with cross-functional teams. The position requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will be utilizing advanced design software and adhering to industry standards for packaging and transportation.

This is a Permanent position based out of Long Beach, CA.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $145000.00/yr.

see benefits page at rocketlab.com

This is a fully onsite position in Long Beach,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $120,000 - $145,000