Administrative Assistant - Sales

Ducommun, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veterans/Disabled

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Carson, CA to support senior leadership with calendars, meetings, and travel coordination while collecting and analyzing data to inform decisions.

The role blends administrative duties with data analysis to produce insights for executives. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Experience in administrative support plus data analysis.
• Strong communication and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel.
• Handle emails, phone calls, and correspondence professionally.
• Prepare reports and presentations for executive review.
• Maintain records and assist in invoicing/expenses.
• Collect, clean, and analyze data from multiple sources; create visuals.

Skills

Administrative excellence

Data analysis skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SQL

Excel

Python

R

Job description

Administrative Assistant

This role supports the senior leadership team by providing administrative assistance while also contributing to data analysis and reporting. The candidate will be responsible for managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and handling administrative tasks, while also collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support decision-making.

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 Facility in Carson, CA is our Engineered Products Group location, which houses our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, Radiofrequency Departments.

Job Summary

Administrative Support:

• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Handle correspondence, emails, and phone calls with professionalism and efficiency.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents for executive review.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Process invoices and expense reports.
• Coordinate events, both on and off site, for employees engagements and customer visits

Data Analysis:

• Collect, clean, and organize data from various sources.
• Perform data analysis using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Identify trends, patterns, and insights from data.
• Prepare data visualizations and reports for executive review.
• Assist in developing and implementing data-driven solutions.

Skills and Qualifications

Required:

• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., SQL, Excel, Python, R).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional presence to support customer visits and meetings.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Preferred:

• Experience in Technology or Engineering Markets. Aerospace & Defense a plus, but not required.
• Experience with data governance and data quality management.
• Experience with project management methodologies.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Relevant experience in both administrative support and data analysis roles.

Base Compensation: USD 22.00 - 24.00
Paid Hourly

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

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