Manufacturing Project Engineer

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer is needed to support all aspects of manufacturing including design, development, and legacy programs.

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

• Contribute program and engineering expertise for facility.
• Assist in establishing operational methods and work standards using various measurement techniques.
• Analyze existing operations and propose cost‑justified improvements.
• Optimize use of floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment.
• Analyze workstation designs for ergonomic compliance.
• Conduct studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record‑keeping systems.
• Develop work simplification methods and job aids.
• Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and contract management to establish production layouts and procedures to meet customer requirements.
• May perform design on special projects as needed.
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
• Perform other assignments as required.

Bachelors degree in engineering is required.

2‑4 years’ experience providing engineering support in electronics manufacturing preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes together with work measurement and work standards.
• Proficient in technical writing; good documentation skills; attention to detail is critical.
• Required:
  
  able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Prior experience with an ISO‑9000 AS‑9000 environment is a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical expertise including ability to plan, resolve problems effectively, and establish priorities.
• Understanding of DOE, 6‑Sigma, Lean Manufacturing desired.
• Working knowledge at an intermediate level of computer skills in e‑mail, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Microsoft Project.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with customers and project company image to attract business.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills together with demonstrated experience troubleshooting and problem‑solving.
• Flexible with high energy, able to handle multiple tasks smoothly.

Reasonable accommodations may be made if necessary. Tasks:
Standing frequently, walking occasionally, sitting frequently, climbing occasionally, crawl N/A, squat or kneel occasionally, lift/carry 10 pounds or less frequently, lift/carry 11‑20 pounds frequently, lift/carry 21‑50 pounds occasionally, lift/carry 51‑100 pounds occasionally, push/pull 10 pounds or less occasionally, push/pull 11‑20 pounds occasionally, push/pull 21‑50 pounds occasionally, push/pull 51‑100 pounds occasionally, bend occasionally, fine manipulation frequently, reach outward frequently, reach above shoulder occasionally, drive N/A, over 100 pounds N/A.

This position requires access to export‑controlled information and/or hardware, and candidates must be U.S. Persons that comply with all U.S. Export control laws and regulations. Such, U.S. citizenship, U.S. lawful permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or the ability to meet ITAR and EAR requirements is required.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Veterans and disabled applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

1505 Maiden Lane
Joplin, Missouri, 64801
United States