Engineering Technician (Mechanical)

Ducommun • Carson, CA • 1h ago

Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician (Mechanical) supports all Engineering teams by performing hands-on mechanical assembly, fixture builds, CNC programming, proto@type builds and production process validation. This position requires strong practical skills, attention to detail and the ability to follow technical instructions under Engineering guidance. When Engineering workload is low, the technician may support Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) repair activities or production.

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 Performance Center in Carson, CA is the Engineered Products Group site for our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, and Radio Frequency (RF) product lines.

Job Summary

Build, assemble, and modify mechanical fixtures, jigs, tooling, test setups, and Engineering proto@types.

Perform machining and fabrication tasks using CNC and machine shop equipment.

Collect simple build or measurement data for Engineering use using basic inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

Create new CNC programs and optimize current programs.

Train CNC production operators to set up and run new and existing programs.

Follow established proto@type build timelines and communicate changes, delays, or risks to the NPI team.

Responsible for protecting and maintaining all Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) appropriately to prevent unauthorized access, dissemination, or use of this information, documentation, or products; including authorized and proper use of such information in regard to marking, storing, transmitting, and destruction of data.

Support all visitors and security policies to protect ITAR/EAR/CMMC/CUI information, documents, products, etc. from unauthorized access by informing management immediately of any concerns.

Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in employee's work area.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Regular and acceptable attendance is an essential function of this job.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Proficient in use of machine shop equipment (drill press, saws, hand tools, CNC Mills, CNC lathes, grinders, etc.).

Ability to read mechanical drawings and assembly instructions.

Proficient in programming using Mastercam, SolidWorks, CAM Works, or equivalent.

Experience in programming CNC mills and lathes.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Experience and Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Relevant technical certificate or degree preferred.

5+ years of experience in electromechanical assembly, testing, and/or soldering.

Licenses, Certifications, etc.

Relevant technical certificate or degree preferred.

Base Compensation: USD 33.00 - 38.00 Paid Hourly

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave

Carson, California, 90745

United States

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