R&D Technician - Gardena, United States - Ducommun
Description
R&D Technician
Lays out, fabricates, assembles, and tests aerospace parts, assemblies, and mechanisms to assist engineers in the development of products/parts for new programs or development opportunities.
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.
Job Summary
Lays out, fabricates, assembles, and tests aerospace parts, assemblies, and mechanisms to be tested, according to blueprints, specifications, sketches, templates, or verbal instructions.
Interfaces with engineers, laboratories, and program team to coordinate job tasks and report progress.
Documents standard work and refines processes as they move from developmental to production ready.
Tracking and documenting project activities, taking notes and setting estimated completion dates of activities, consults and seeks clarification to get the job done correctly, accountable for tracking of all materials and data associated with project, and offers suggestions and improvements to the processes.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Computer literate and able to effectively use Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project Management tools.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to function in a hands-on role.
Knowledge of lean product development and/or Six-sigma methodologies.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
The ability to communicate effectively with peers and management in both verbal and written forms.
Knowledge of composite material processing.
Attention to detail in every aspect.
Required Experience and Education
Minimum of two years of experience.
High School Diploma or GED
College courses in Chemistry or Material Science, associate degree preferred.
Mathematic competency and the ability to calculate material requirements and ratios as part of everyday assignments.
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
268 E. Gardena Road
Gardena, California, 90248
United States