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Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a Packaging Engineer responsible for developing, testing, and optimizing packaging solutions for UAV components, payloads, and mission-critical subsystems. To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status under the ITAR and the EAR.

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Description<div><div>WORK LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA FLSA STATUS: Exempt SALARY RANGE: The anticipated salary range for this role is $106,000 to $142,000 annually. This range reflects a good faith estimate based on the targeted level for the role and typical compensation benchmarks across U.S. locations. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, geographical location, and internal alignment.   SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a Packaging Engineer responsible for developing, testing, and optimizing packaging solutions for UAV components, payloads, and mission-critical subsystems. This role ensures that sensitive aerospace hardware arrives mission-ready under diverse transport and operational conditions. We are seeking someone who brings an industrial-design mindset to protective packaging, with an ability to balance aesthetics with unboxing and presentation. If you have a passion for creating packaging that’s as thoughtful and polished as the hardware it protects, this could be the role for you!   RESPONSIBILITIES The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties. <ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Design and develop packaging concepts that elevate presentation and useability (unboxing flow, labeling heirarchy and visual layout) </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Own packaging graphics and create professional presentation materials including: renderings, exploded views, packaging mockups and design reviews. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Engineer durable and cost‑effective packaging solutions for UAV components, avionics, optics, propulsion systems and ground support equipment. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Convert engineering requirements and CAD models into complete packaging designs, drawings and specifications. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Conduct and document validation testing (drop, vibration, shock, environmental, transit) in accordance with ISTA, ASTM and MIL‑STD guidelines. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Ensure packaging meets durability and environmental protection needs for global and expeditionary deployment conditions. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Collaborate closely with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and logistics teams to integrate packaging seamlessly into production workflows. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Create BOMs, packaging instructions, and assembly documentation for internal and supplier use. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Support material selection and supplier qualification for foam, corrugate, composite and protective case suppliers. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Diagnose and resolve packaging-related issues from production or field feedback, driving continuous improvement. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Ensure compliance with defense packaging standards and export regulations. </li></ul> REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS <ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">3 – 6 years of packaging design experience (aerospace, defense or similar industries preferred)</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Experience with packaging presentation and producing high-quality visuals </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Proficiency with CAD design tools such as SolidWorks or NX. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Knowledge of ISTA, ASTM or MIL‑STD environmental and transport testing standards. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Strong understanding of cushioning design, shock/vibration mitigation and protective case engineering. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Strong documentation, organization and project‑management skills. </li></ul> PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS <ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Experience packaging sensitive electronics, optics, avionics or UAV subsystems. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Familiarity with MIL‑STD‑2073, MIL‑STD‑129 and other DoD packaging/marking requirements. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Experience with DFMA/DFX, cost modeling or supplier sourcing strategies. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Prior experience in defense, aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Design portfolio with examples of design work</li></ul> REDWIRE DEFENSE TECH BENEFITS  <ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Matching 401(k) </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Paid PTO </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Paid holidays </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Medical, vision, and dental insurance </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">HSA and FSA Options </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Critical Care Plan </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Accident Care Plan </li></ul> CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status under the ITAR and the EAR.   WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  The work environment may involve a standard office setting while also incorporating elements of a production area. Employees will use standard office equipment, including computers, and must demonstrate stamina to sit or stand while maintaining attention to detail despite potential interruptions. The role may require occasional activities such as walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and bending. Vision is necessary for reading printed materials and a computer screen, while hearing and speech are essential for effective communication both in person and over the telephone. Additionally, the position may necessitate travel by air or automobile. Employees may be required to use personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coats, to ensure safety in the production environment. Employees may be able to lift up to 30 pounds as needed.   REDWIRE DEFENSE TECH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Redwire Defense Tech is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources. Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.   <div> </div></div></div>

Redwire Defense Tech

Packaging Design Engineer

Aerospace and Defense

Avionics

Bill of Materials (BOM)

CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Cost Engineering

Cost Modeling

Critical Care

Cross-Functional

Dental Insurance

Design Services

Detail Oriented

Documentation

Electronics

Field Trials

Graphics

Health Plan

Identify Issues

Industrial Design

Industrial Engineering

Lift/Move 30 Pounds

Logistics

Maintain Compliance

Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering

Mock Up

Office Equipment

Optics

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Process Improvement

Product Packaging

Propulsion

Regulations

SolidWorks

Sourcing Strategy

Technical/Engineering Design

Test Plan/Schedule

United States Department of Defense (DoD)

Validation Documentation

Validation Testing

Vendor/Supplier Planning

Vendor/Supplier Selection

Vendor/Supplier Sourcing

Vision Plan

Wheel/Front-End Loader

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Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off. Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry.

Shipping and Receiving ClerkJob Summary: The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for managing all shipping and receiving operations to support the manufacturing facility. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of shipments and deliveries while maintaining inventory control and compliance with safety regulations.Responsibilities and Duties:<ul><li>Oversee all shipping and receiving functions to support production and customer commitments.</li><li>Collaborate with planning and production control teams to process sales orders and coordinate timely shipments.</li><li>Work with purchasing to coordinate packaging sub-contractors as needed.</li><li>Maintain appropriate inventory levels of shipping supplies and manage reorder processes.</li><li>Accurately process all receiving transactions in real-time.</li><li>Inspect incoming freight for damage, document issues, and coordinate resolutions with carriers.</li><li>Maintain and update daily shipping logs and receiving reports.</li><li>Select appropriate freight carriers when shipping methods are not specified by customer purchase orders.</li><li>Perform shipping tasks, including weighing and labeling packages, preparing bills of lading, and coordinating carrier pick-ups.</li></ul>Required Qualifications and Skills:<ul><li>2–4 years of experience in shipping and receiving within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Experience with electronics, air-ride trucking, and hazardous materials handling is preferred.</li><li>Hazardous Materials Shipping experience preferred but not required.</li><li>Proficiency with computers and inventory control systems is a plus.</li><li>Ability to interpret and manage sales orders and inventory data within an MRP system.</li><li>Knowledge of commercial electronics shipping practices and electrostatic discharge (ESD) handling.</li><li>Understanding of safe material handling procedures.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve shipping discrepancies.</li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating with production teams to meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience training others in proper shipping and packaging practices.</li><li>Strong mathematical skills and keen attention to detail.</li><li>High school diploma or equivalent required.</li><li>Familiarity with shipping documentation and methods is essential.</li><li>Hazardous materials shipping certification is a plus.</li></ul>Desired Requirements and Skills:<ul><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with employees and senior management.</li><li>Ability to analyze and follow written, oral, and diagram-based instructions.</li><li>Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs.</li><li>Work is conducted in a shipping and receiving environment.</li></ul>Comprehensive Benefits & Perks<ul><li>Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families. </li></ul><ul><li>Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off. </li></ul><ul><li>Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families. </li></ul><ul><li>Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage. </li></ul><ul><li>Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses. </li></ul><ul><li>Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future. </li></ul><ul><li>Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year. </li></ul><ul><li>Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture. </li></ul><ul><li>Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play! </li></ul>Company Overview: Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize in cutting-edge system design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of engineering services. At ESAero, we don’t just build products, we engineer solutions that propel  the aerospace industry forward. **This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA** ________________________________________________________________ESAero is an equal opportunity employer.   E-Verify participation required for employment.   Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States.      Must be able to pass background check and drug test.     Hiring Range: $20-$28/hr. Hourly/Non-Exempt   <h1> </h1>Powered by JazzHR

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