Test Engineer II

The Test Engineer II supports test systems used in DCO product development and manufacturing. This role focuses on executing new test system builds, sustaining existing test systems, and improving existing test systems.
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.

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

• Design automated test systems using LabVIEW and/or Python to perform electrical or mechanical tests
• Lead Electrical troubleshooting efforts for test and product failures
• Drive test system reliability, cycle time, and data quality improvement
• Support new product introductions by defining and implementing test strategies

• Support production escalations related to test system issues
• Lead the maintenance and troubleshooting of existing test programs
• Support training operators on new or existing test equipment
• Perform Electrical troubleshooting for RMA units
• Perform other Engineering activities as required

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience programming in C, C++. Python or LabVIEW
• Ability to read electrical drawings and assembly instructions.
• Experience in performing electrical tests (continuity, insulation resistance, hi-pot, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related.
• 3-6 years of experience in Test Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related role

Licenses, Certifications, etc.

• N/A

Work Environment and Safety Equipment Required: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Include things such as safety glasses, safety shoes and other designated personal protective equipment as required for the position.

• Office environment and manufacturing environment
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to travel to other sites or suppliers occasionally

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave
Carson, California, 90745
United States