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Entry Level Cable Assembler A/Inspection - 1st and 2nd Shift

Ducommun Incorporated
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Jun 2026

About the role

If you enjoy work that protects our Country, helps put Americans in space and also provides lifesaving medical products, Ducommun is for you!  

We provide FULL TRAINING!  If you enjoy working with your hands and have outstanding attention to detail, we will make sure you are provided with everything you need to become successful

Ducommun is a global provider of manufacturing and engineering services, developing innovative electronic, engineered and structural solutions for complex applications in aerospace, defense and industrial markets. Our full-service collaborative approach, broad capabilities and value-added services like new product introduction, supply chain strategies and program management deliver value for our customers and innovative solutions for their complex electronic and structural needs.

Job Summary & Essential Functions: 
Perform assembly of cable harnesses including crimping, routing, layup and other related assembly operations required to manufacture product. Training will provided. Tasks may vary by department and customer specifications. The Cable Assembler A is considered an entry level cable position with potential advancement to a Cable Assembler B which requires a higher skill set and ability to perform more complex assembly operations.

       Essential Functions

% of Time

¨ Read and follow production / inspection documentation pertaining to specific assemblies.

¨ Data collection and record keeping as necessary.

¨ Accurate document, stamp and sign off on each task as required for appropriate processing of paperwork.

¨ Various preparation and termination operations such as the following: bundle build up, fluroetch, shrink sleeving, lace tie cables and wire, connector preparation, braid termination, hand buzz, disassembly, mylar, blow on jackets, and hand twisting.

¨ Hot mold clean-up

¨ Complete in-process inspection

¨ Strip wires/crimp termination/insertion/pin retention

¨ Layup/formboard

¨ Verify wiring

¨ Perform identification process—electroetch or ink

¨ Torque backshells/torque test/faying (resistance) checks

¨ Sandblast/clean parts

¨ Spiral wrap

¨ Install hardware (bandits, ID’s, tie-wraps, etc.)

¨ Support and cooperate with other coworkers to achieve the desired goals of the program or department.

75%

¨ Various other tasks (may include the following): Apply primers, fluroetch, solder sleeves, solder tin wires, splices, ferrule crimps, torque (program specific), non-certified solder (e.g., F-16) or any tasks mentioned in the Assembler job description as necessary.

¨ Train other coworkers as needed.

20%

¨ Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.

¨ Work safely and be aware of surroundings.

Required Skills & Qualifications:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, qualifications, competencies, abilities and any physical demands if required.  Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential requirements of this job. 

  • Ability to perform basic math functions including the use of decimals and fractions.
  • Ability to use simple charts, tables, specifications and adjustable measuring instruments;
  • Checking or preparation of forms and records.
  • Ability to regularly work from detailed instructions and to make minor decisions requiring some judgement on the part of the employee.
  • Requires frequent concentration and alertness.
  • Vision Requirements – corrected vision acceptable (20/40).

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Ducommun Incorporated

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