Mechanical Engineering Technician — CNC & Prototyping

Ducommun, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. in Carson, CA is seeking an Engineering Technician (Mechanical) to build, assemble, and modify fixtures, jigs, tooling, test setups, and prototypes, and to perform CNC programming and production validation under engineering guidance.

You will read mechanical drawings, set up CNC programs, and train operators while following project timelines and protecting CUI/ITAR data. Base pay is USD 33.00–38.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant technical certificate or degree preferred.
• 5+ years of electromechanical assembly, testing, and/or soldering.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and modify mechanical fixtures, jigs, tooling, test setups, and Engineering prototypes.
• Perform machining and fabrication tasks using CNC and machine shop equipment.
• Collect data for engineering use with basic inspection tools.
• Create new CNC programs and optimize current programs.
• Train CNC production operators to set up and run new programs.
• Follow prototype build timelines and communicate changes, delays, or risks to the NPI team.
• Protect and maintain all CUI information and ITAR/EAR/CMMC compliance.
• Support visitors and security policies to protect ITAR/EAR/CMMC/CUI information.
• Responsible for the proper handling of hazardous waste.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and acceptable attendance is an essential function of this job.

Skills

Machine shop tools

Read drawings

CNC programming

CNC mills lathes

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical certificate/degree preferred

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

CAM Works

Job description

Ducommun, Inc. in Carson, CA is seeking an Engineering Technician (Mechanical) to build, assemble, and modify fixtures, jigs, tooling, test setups, and prototypes, and to perform CNC programming and production validation under engineering guidance.

You will read mechanical drawings, set up CNC programs, and train operators while following project timelines and protecting CUI/ITAR data. Base pay is USD 33.00–38.00 per hour.