Douglas Hill
About Douglas Hill
Douglas Hill serves as the Senior Director of Product Development and Product Operations at Ducommun Incorporated, where he manages a $25 million P&L and oversees multiple teams. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering from Western Washington University and an MBA from Pepperdine University.
Current Role at Ducommun Incorporated
Douglas Hill serves as the Senior Director of Product Development and Product Operations at Ducommun Incorporated since 2019. In this role, he manages a $25 million profit and loss (P&L) statement and tracks key performance indicators to ensure operational efficiency. He supervises various teams, including research and development, engineering, quality, and production operations. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction of product development initiatives within the company.
Previous Experience at Ducommun Incorporated
Before his current position, Douglas Hill worked at Ducommun Incorporated as the Director of Product Development and Senior Sales & Marketing Manager from 2016 to 2019. During this time, he played a significant role in product line expansion, which resulted in a $20 million increase in revenue. His experience in sales and marketing helped to enhance the company's market presence.
Career Background in Aerospace Engineering
Douglas Hill has extensive experience in the aerospace sector. He worked at Zodiac Aerospace Services as a Program Manager and Materials & Process Engineer from 1996 to 2005. He then transitioned to Cytec Integrated Powertrain Solutions Ltd, where he held positions as Product Manager and Account Manager from 2005 to 2010. His roles in these companies involved overseeing product development and managing client relationships.
Education and Expertise
Douglas Hill holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Engineering from Western Washington University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management, from 2001 to 2003. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both engineering principles and business management.
Key Contributions and Projects
Throughout his career, Douglas Hill has contributed to significant projects, including the development and implementation of a modernized production system in a low-cost manufacturing region in Mexico. He also led a key development program with Airbus, utilizing proprietary technology that reached Technology Readiness Level 6. These initiatives demonstrate his capability in driving innovation and operational improvements.