Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Ducommun is an industry leader in fabrication of large, complex aircraft skins and leading edges. Manufacturing Engineer is needed to support all aspects of manufacturing complete skins including stretch forming, brake forming, hot forming, heat treatment, chemical milling, machining, chemical processing.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our facility in Gardena, CA is a leading global supplier of large stretch formed aircraft skins, hot forming of titanium, superplastic forming and complex fastened and welded assemblies.

Job Summary

Assist in up-front cost estimating, manufacturing plans and conceptual tool designs

Communicate with shop personnel to assist with proper tool usage and manufacturing procedures

Provide a strong technical interface with customers and vendors

Define and implement solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency

Develop reports, presentations, RCCA’s and rework instructions

Working knowledge of CAD, Tool Design and MBD

Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.

Performs other duties as assigned including leading projects and participation in project committees.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Team leader

Critical thinking skills and good decision-making thought processes

Proficient in all Microsoft and Outlook programs; highly proficient in Microsoft excel

Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills including the ability to articulate complex ideas in a simple manner.

Ability to effectively communicate among all levels within the organization.

Required Experience and Education

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess the outlined experience level, education, training, minimum years of experience, product or industry knowledge plus any certifications in order to be considered.

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technical Degree

Minimum 2 years of experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment

Work Environment and Safety Equipment Required

Office environment and light manufacturing environment

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and fully enclosed steel or composite toe shoes while in all manufacturing areas.

Hearing protection and hard hat in certain manufacturing areas.

Noise level is usually moderate

Employee will comply with all applicable ISO procedures (ISO 9001, 14001)

Base Compensation: USD 72,800.00 - 92,000.00 Paid Salaried

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

268 E. Gardena Road

Gardena, California, 90248

United States