Ducommun Inc. /DE/ (DCO) is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services for a wide variety of industries such as the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. It operates three business units: Structural Systems, RF, and Electronics Systems. The company is headquartered in Santa Ana, California and was incorporated in Delaware.
Ducommun was founded in 1849 and holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating company in California. Over the years, it has adapted, innovated, and diversified, growing from a hardware supply store in the Gold Rush era to a major player in the technology-driven industries of today.
The company's structural systems unit designs, engineers, manufacturers, integrates, and tests complex aerostructure components, assemblies, and systems. This includes aircraft wing, fuselage, and empennage skins, as well as their associated frames and stringers. On the other hand, the company's electronic systems provide high-tech electronic and electromechanical components and assemblies. They cater to commercial aircraft, military aircraft, and missile systems, providing solutions for flight control, navigation, power management, and engine control systems.
The RF, or Radio Frequency, unit of Ducommun is specialized in high-reliability solutions for communication systems, radar signal processing systems, and missile and radar seekers. They design and manufacture RF and Microwave products for domestic and international defense, aerospace, and medical markets.
On a broader scale, Ducommun's technology fuels some of the most advanced machines on the planet — from military helicopters and jetliners to industrial equipment and satellites. They're known for customized solutions, high-quality products, and reliable customer service, with an unwavering commitment to safety and meticulous attention to detail.
Ducommun maintains its competitive edge by investing continually in research and development and prioritizing the engineering of innovative solutions. It has approximately 2,500 employees around the globe and facilities across the United States, including California, Arkansas, Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, and Pennsylvania.
Ducommun is a public company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol DCO. As a testament to its enduring resilience and adaptability, the company has pride in providing high-end products and services that contribute to the security, infrastructure, and technological capabilities of the nation. For over 170 years, Ducommun has demonstrated its commitment to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of integrity and performance.