Program Engineer - Software Development

Requirements

Must have:

- Demonstrated knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes, alongside work measurement and work standards - Proficient in technical writing with excellent documentation skills; a keen attention to detail is essential - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings - Prior experience in an ISO-9000 or AS-9000 environment is advantageous - Strong analytical skills with the capability to plan, address issues effectively, and set priorities - Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE), Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing is preferred - Intermediate proficiency in computer skills including email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Microsoft Project - Exceptional communication skills to engage with customers and reflect a positive company image - Negotiation and conflict management abilities, with demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and problem-solving - Energetic and adaptable, capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently - Abilities as outlined in the General Requirements for Team Members

Responsibilities:

- Actively engage in all team meetings to provide necessary technical support and serve as a connection to other technical departments - Conduct labor efficiency analyses and recommend/implement changes to enhance standards and improve overall efficiency - Review and authorize all configuration changes - Participate actively in the change board process - Process (disposition) discrepant material tickets for assigned products - Analyze first pass yield, defects, scrap, and customer returns for assigned products and respond accordingly - Perform root cause analysis and suggest corrective actions for all issues related to assigned programs/products - Ensure that work instructions for all assigned products are complete, thorough, and effective, while also reviewing employee suggestions for enhancements - Validate the accuracy of manufacturing routers - Verify that labor standards are correct - Ensure the Manufacturing Bill of Materials (BOM) is accurate and comprehensive - Address requests and inquiries from the production team - Provide inputs to the Bids and Proposals Department - Collaborate with component engineering to assist procurement in identifying and evaluating potential alternate components - Create

Company:

Founded in 1849, we at Ducommun are the oldest company in California, starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and aiding in the development of the aerospace industry by supplying aircraft aluminum to early pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas, and Lockheed. Today, we are a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for clients in the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors, specializing in electronic and structural systems. Our facility in Tulsa, OK, is dedicated to manufacturing circuit cards for our defense customers, offering a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and professional development.