• Test Engineering Intern

    Ducommun (Appleton, WI)


    Test Engineering Intern- Summer 2026

     

    The Test Engineering Intern is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations and test engineering in the design and development of test systems and software for performing in-process and final product testing.

     

    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 Appleton, WI manufactures state-of-the-art circuit boards for Aerospace and Defense as well as Industrial and Medical Industries.

     

    Standard Essential Functions

     

    + Assists production team to troubleshoot and debug test equipment and software.

    + Supports the design of automated test systems including programming.

    + Creates and assembles cables and fixtures required for testing.

    + Diagnose malfunctions or production problems on the basis of test results.

    + Create test set up documentation, other tasks which require special care in handling or other procedures which require good dexterity and facility in use of a variety of hand tools.

    + May set up or device test procedures.

    + Perform other duties as required.

     

    Required Skills and Qualifications

     

    + Programming experience in C, C++. Python or LabVIEW experience desired.

    + Basic circuit analysis and knowledge of electronics safety precautions.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Proficiency with computer usage and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

     

    Required Experience and Education

     

    + Candidate must be currently pursuing/ working toward a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field(s) from an accredited College or University. Junior or Senior standing as of fall 2026.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

     

    2222 East Pensar Drive

     

    Appleton, Wisconsin, 54911

     

    United States