Sr. Test Engineer

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush, Ducommun 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 Tulsa, Oklahoma manufactures state-of-the-art circuit boards for aerospace and defense.

About the role

Provide high-level test engineering for the facility. Support the Test Engineering function by offering guidance and mentorship to all test engineers. Serve as a Test Engineer mentor and lead.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of complex projects
• Conducts design reviews
• Mentors junior engineers
• Provides and defines design guidelines and test equipment
• Defines best practices
• Adheres to general requirements of team members
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area
• Performs other assignments as required

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience with ICT/Flying Probe/Boundary scan technologies; specific proficiencies in programming, fixturing, troubleshooting, and testing parameter design
• Ability to demonstrate and present solutions to complex problems
• Ability to use multiple simulation and design packages
• Ability to specify design tools
• High-level proficiency in the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) of other Test Engineers:
  • Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, physics, and chemistry principles
  • Knowledge of basic manufacturing test processes
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
  • Proficient in technical writing; good documentation skills with critical attention to detail
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Prior experience with ISO environments is a plus
• Demonstrated analytical expertise, including the ability to plan, resolve problems effectively, and establish priorities
• Understanding of DOE, 6-Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing desired
• Working knowledge at an intermediate level of computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Microsoft Project
• Ability to communicate with customers and project company image to attract business
• Flexible with high energy, able to handle multiple tasks smoothly

Qualifications

• BSEE, BSEET, or MSEE required
• 6 plus years of experience