Hazardous Materials Packaging Specialist Jobs

Voyager Energetics Hazardous Materials Packaging SpecialistVoyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we're building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what's next. And we're doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You'll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We're a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.Voyager Energetics is seeking a Hazardous Materials Packaging Specialist to design, develop, and implement packaging solutions that protect energetic materials, propellants, and small solid rocket motors throughout storage, handling, and shipment. Reporting to the Materials & Production Planning Manager, this role owns the selection or physical design of every package we ship - selecting materials, designing cushioning and containment systems, qualifying configurations through testing, and ensuring that what leaves our facility arrives intact, safe, and compliant. The Hazardous Materials Packaging Specialist works at the intersection of engineering, operations, and logistics, partnering with production, quality, and the supply chain team to make sure protection is built into the packaging from the start - not added as an afterthought. Hazmat compliance with DOT, IATA, and DoD military packaging standards is an integral part of this role, supporting the design decisions that keep our products and our people safe.Essential Functions:Package Design & DevelopmentProduct Protection & PreservationPackaging Testing & QualificationProduction & Supply Chain CoordinationHazmat Compliance & Shipping DocumentationBasic Qualifications:Must be 21 years of age or older.Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and State and Federal background checks.Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses.3+ years of experience designing and developing industrial packaging, with demonstrated responsibility for packaging that physically protects products during shipment and storage.Hands-on experience selecting and sizing cushioning materials; familiarity with cushion curve data, fragility assessments, and drop height analysis as applied to packaging design.Working knowledge of MIL-STD-2073-1 and UN dangerous goods packaging requirements and DOT 49 CFR hazardous materials regulations; current DOT Hazmat Employee training certificate (49 CFR 172.704) or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.Ability to produce clear packaging design documentation including drawings, work instructions, BOMs, and test reports; proficiency with standard engineering tools and document control practices.Strong attention to detail and a hands-on, problem-solving approach; comfortable working on the manufacturing floor and in restricted storage areas as well as at a desk.Familiarity with ITAR/EAR export control requirements as applied to defense articles.Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on packaging design experience.Experience designing packaging for Class 1 (Explosives) articles, solid rocket motors, pyrotechnic devices, or other hazardous defense materials.Familiarity with MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-810 military packaging and environmental standards, and with ESD control program requirements applied to energetic and electro-explosive devices.Hands-on experience with UN packaging qualification testing per the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria or ASTM D4169 distribution simulation.IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) certification or Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) designation from the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP).Prior experience in a defense manufacturing, ordnance, or aerospace environment; prior military logistics or ordnance MOS/rate is a plus.Work Environment Work is performed across office, manufacturing, and warehouse environments. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in operational areas. This role will regularly enter Explosives Safety Quantity Distance (ESQD) arcs and other restricted areas to inspect, assemble, and verify packaged items; compliance with all site explosive safety rules is mandatory at all times. Physical DemandsRegular standing, walking, and movement across manufacturing and warehouse areas.May be required to lift up to 50 pounds when handling, assembling, or testing packaging configurations.Sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer for documentation and design tasks.Use of personal protective equipment appropriate to the work location.Travel This position may require up to 15% travel to packaging test laboratories, supplier facilities, and military delivery locations.Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. This is a 9/80 Schedule with one workday off every two weeks.Government Mandated Requirements: To conform to U.S. export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. This position is subject to a background investigation and explosives background check. Candidates must be eligible for access to licensed explosives facilities under applicable federal law.Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balanceComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employeesFlexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial securityCompany wellness programs that support physical and mental well-beingAdditional voluntary benefits and employee support resourcesThe opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environmentVoyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.