1 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K [X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 1997 OR [ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from ____________ to ____________ Commission File No. 1-8174 DUCOMMUN INCORPORATED ------------------------------------------------------- (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 95-0693330 - ------------------------------ ------------------ State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer incorporation or organization Identification No.) 23301 South Wilmington Avenue, Carson, California 90745 - --------------------------------------------------- ---------- (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (310) 513-7200 Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Name of each exchange on Title of each class which registered - -------------------------------- ------------------------------ Common Stock, $.01 par value New York Stock Exchange Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None ---------------- (Title of Class) Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. YES X NO ----- Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (Section 229.405 of this chapter) is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. [X]
2 The aggregate market value of the voting stock held by nonaffiliates of the registrant was approximately $186 million as of January 31, 1998. The number of shares of common stock outstanding on January 31, 1998 was 7,462,399. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE The following documents are incorporated by reference: (a) Annual Report to Shareholders (the "1997 Annual Report") for the year ended December 31, 1997, incorporated partially in Part I and Part II hereof (see Exhibit 13), and (b) Proxy Statement for the 1998 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "1998 Proxy Statement"), incorporated partially in Part III hereof. FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS AND RISK FACTORS Certain statements in the Form 10-K and documents incorporated by reference contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. The Company's future financial results could differ materially from those anticipated due to the Company's dependence on conditions in the airline industry, the level of new commercial aircraft orders, the production rate for the Space Shuttle program, the level of defense spending, competitive pricing pressures, technology and product development risks and uncertainties, product performance, risks associated with acquisitions and dispositions of businesses by the Company, increasing consolidation of customers and suppliers in the aerospace industry, and other factors beyond the Company's control. 2
3 PART I ITEM 1. BUSINESS During 1997, Ducommun Incorporated ("Ducommun"), through its subsidiaries (collectively, the "Company"), manufactured components and assemblies principally for domestic and foreign commercial and military aircraft and space programs. Domestic commercial aircraft programs include the Boeing 717, 737, 747, 757, 767 and 777, and the MD-11 and MD-80/90. Foreign commercial aircraft programs include the Airbus Industrie A330 and A340, Bombardier Business and Regional Jets and Dash 8. Major military aircraft programs include the Boeing C-17, F-15 and F-18, Lockheed Martin F-16 and C-130, various Sikorsky, Bell and Boeing helicopter programs, and advanced development programs. The Company is a subcontractor to Lockheed Martin on the Space Shuttle external tank and a supplier of components for the Space Shuttle Orbitor, as well as for Space Station Freedom. The Company manufactures components for Atlas/Centaur, X-33, Delta and Titan expendable launch vehicles, Kistler K-1 reusable launch vehicles, and various telecommunications satellites. Through its 3dbm, Inc. ("3dbm") subsidiary, the Company also sells products for the wireless telecommunications industry. In June 1996, the Company acquired substantially all of the assets and assumed certain liabilities of MechTronics of Arizona, Inc. ("MechTronics"). Aerochem, Inc. Ducommun's subsidiary, Aerochem, Inc. ("Aerochem"), is a major supplier of close tolerance chemical milling services for the aerospace and aircraft industries. Chemical milling removes material in specific patterns to reduce weight in areas where full material thickness is not required. This sophisticated etching process enables Aerochem to produce lightweight, high-strength designs that would be impractical to produce by conventional means. Jet engine components, wing leading edges and fuselage skins are examples of products that require chemical milling. Aerochem offers production-scale chemical milling on aluminum, titanium, steel, nickel-base and super alloys. Aerochem also specializes in very large and complex parts up to 50 feet long. Management believes that Aerochem is the largest independent supplier of chemical milling services in the United States. Many of the parts chemically milled by Aerochem are formed and machined by AHF-Ducommun Incorporated. AHF-Ducommun Incorporated AHF-Ducommun Incorporated ("AHF"), another Ducommun subsidiary, supplies aircraft and aerospace prime contractors with engineering, manufacturing and testing of complex components using stretch forming and thermal forming processes and computer- controlled machining. Stretch forming is a process for manufacturing large, complex structural shapes primarily from aluminum sheet metal extrusions. AHF has some of the largest and most sophisticated stretch forming presses in the United States. Thermal forming 3
4 is a metal working process conducted at high temperature for manufacturing close tolerance titanium components. AHF designs and manufactures the tooling required for the production of parts in both forming processes. Certain components manufactured by AHF are machined with precision milling equipment designed and constructed by AHF. AHF also employs computer-aided design/manufacturing systems with three 5-axis gantry profile milling machines and three 5-axis numerically-controlled routers to provide computer-controlled machining and inspection of complex parts up to 100 feet long. AHF has an integrated operation offering a broad range of capabilities. From the design specifications of a customer, AHF is able to engineer, manufacture, test and deliver the desired finished components. This process depends on the skillful execution of several complex subtasks, including the design and construction of special equipment. Management believes that the ability of AHF to provide a full range of integrated capabilities represents a competitive advantage. Brice Manufacturing Company, Inc. Brice Manufacturing Company, Inc. ("Brice"), a subsidiary of Ducommun, is an after-market supplier of aircraft seating products to many of the world's largest commercial airlines. Products supplied by Brice include plastic and metal seat parts, overhauled and refurbished seats, components for installation of in-flight entertainment equipment, and other cabin interior components for commercial aircraft. Management believes that Brice is the largest company in the United States supplying airline seating and other cabin interior components exclusively for the after-market. During 1998, Brice expects to introduce an original equipment manufacture ("OEM") 16G aircraft seat. This new aircraft seat represents Brice's first major OEM product. Jay-El Products, Inc. Ducommun's Jay-El Products, Inc. ("Jay-El Products") subsidiary develops, designs and manufactures illuminated switches, switch assemblies and keyboard panels used in many military aircraft, helicopter, commercial aircraft and spacecraft programs, as well as ground support equipment and naval vessels. Jay-El Products manufactures switches and panels where high reliability is a prerequisite. Keyboard panels are lighted, feature push button switches, and are available with sunlight readable displays. Some of the keyboard panels and illuminated switches manufactured by Jay-El Products for military applications are night vision goggle-compatible. Jay-El Products develops, designs and manufactures microwave switches, filters and other components used principally on commercial and military aircraft and telecommunications satellites. Jay-El Products also has developed several new products that apply its existing microwave technology to nonaerospace markets, including the wireless telecommunications industry. 4
5 MechTronics of Arizona Corp. In June 1996, the Company acquired substantially all of the assets and assumed certain liabilities of MechTronics of Arizona, Inc., through a newly formed subsidiary named MechTronics of Arizona Corp. ("MechTronics"). MechTronics is a leading manufacturer of mechanical and electromechanical enclosure products for the defense electronics, commercial aviation and communications markets. MechTronics has a fully integrated manufacturing capability, including engineering, fabrication, machining, assembly, electronic integration and related processes. MechTronics' products include sophisticated radar enclosures, aircraft avionics racks and shipboard communications and control enclosures. 3dbm, Inc. Ducommun's 3dbm, Inc. ("3dbm") subsidiary develops, designs and manufactures high-power base stations, expanders, repeaters, microcells and other wireless telecommunications equipment used in cellular telephone networks and other wireless communications applications. 3dbm also designs and manufactures on a limited basis microwave components and subsystems for both military and commercial customers. During 1998, 3dbm expects to introduce a time division multiple access ("TDMA") digital high-power base station. This TDMA base station will be 3dbm's first digital wireless communications product. Defense and Space Programs A major portion of sales is derived from United States government defense programs and space programs. Approximately 31 percent of 1997 sales were related to defense programs and approximately 10 percent of 1997 sales were related to space programs. These programs could be adversely affected by reductions in defense spending and other government budgetary pressures which would result in reductions, delays or stretch-outs of existing and future programs. In addition, many of the Company's contracts covering defense and space programs are subject to termination at the convenience of the customer (as well as for default). In the event of termination for convenience, the customer generally is required to pay the costs incurred by the Company and certain other fees through the date of termination. Commercial Programs Approximately 59 percent of 1997 sales were related to commercial aircraft programs, and nonaerospace commercial applications. The Company's commercial sales depend substantially on aircraft manufacturer's production rates, which in turn depend upon deliveries of new aircraft. Deliveries of new aircraft by aircraft manufacturers are dependent on the financial capacity of the airlines and leasing companies to purchase the aircraft. Sales of commercial aircraft could be affected as a result of changes in new aircraft orders, or the cancellation or deferral by airlines of purchases of ordered aircraft. 5
6 Major Customers The Company had substantial sales to Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman. During 1997, sales to Boeing were $36,375,000, or 23.1% of total sales; sales to Lockheed Martin were $17,455,000, or 11.1% of total sales; and sales to Northrop Grumman were $6,568,000, or 4.2% of total sales. Sales to Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman are diversified over a number of different commercial, military and space programs. Competition The Company competes with various companies, some of which are substantially larger and have greater financial, technical and personnel resources. The Company's ability to compete depends on the quality of goods and services, competitive pricing and the ability to solve specific customer problems. Backlog At December 31, 1997, backlog believed to be firm was approximately $155,700,000, compared to $134,500,000 at December 31, 1996. Approximately $100,000,000 of total backlog is expected to be delivered during 1998. Environmental Matters Aerochem uses various acid and alkaline solutions in the chemical milling process, resulting in potential environmental hazards. Despite existing waste recovery systems and continuing capital expenditures for waste reduction and management, at least for the immediate future, Aerochem will remain dependent on the availability and cost of remote hazardous waste disposal sites or other alternative methods of disposal. The Aerochem facility located in El Mirage, California has been directed by California environmental agencies to investigate and take corrective action for groundwater contamination. Based upon currently available information, the Company has established a provision for the cost of such investigation and corrective action. Aerochem expects to spend approximately $1 million for future investigation and corrective action for groundwater contamination at its El Mirage location. However, the Company's ultimate liability in connection with the contamination will depend upon a number of factors, including changes in existing laws and regulations, and the design and cost of the construction, operation and maintenance of the corrective action. Ducommun's other subsidiaries are also subject to environmental laws and regulations. However, the quantities of hazardous materials handled, hazardous wastes generated and air emissions released by these subsidiaries are relatively small. The Company anticipates that capital expenditures will continue to be required for the foreseeable future to upgrade and maintain its environmental compliance efforts. The 6
7 Company does not expect to spend a material amount on capital expenditures for environmental compliance during 1998. In the normal course of business, Ducommun and its subsidiaries are defendants in certain other litigation, claims and inquiries, including matters relating to environmental laws. In addition, the Company makes various commitments and incurs contingent liabilities. While it is not feasible to predict the outcome of these matters, the Company does not presently expect that any sum it may be required to pay in connection with these matters would have a material adverse effect on its consolidated financial position or results of operations. Employees At December 31, 1997, the Company employed 1,291 persons. Business Segment Information The Company operates principally in only one business segment. Information About Foreign and Domestic Operations and Export Sales In 1997, 1996 and 1995, foreign sales to manufacturers worldwide were $29,978,000, $21,155,000 and $23,497,000, respectively. The amounts of revenue, profitability and identifiable assets attributable to foreign operations are not material when compared with the revenue, profitability and identifiable assets attributed to United States domestic operations during 1997, 1996 and 1995. Canada is the only foreign country in which the Company had sales of 4% or more of total sales, with sales of $7,950,000, $4,906,000 and $4,518,000 in 1997, 1996 and 1995, respectively. The Company is not subject to any foreign currency risks since all sales are made in United States dollars. ITEM 2. PROPERTIES The Company occupies approximately 16 facilities with a total office and manufacturing area of over 812,000 square feet, including both owned and leased properties. At December 31, 1997, facilities which were in excess of 60,000 square feet each were occupied as follows: <TABLE> <CAPTION> Square Expiration Location Company Feet of Lease - ------------------------ ------------------- ---------- ------------ <S> <C> <C> <C> El Mirage, California Aerochem 74,300 Owned Orange, California Aerochem 76,200 Owned Carson, California AHF-Ducommun 65,000 1999 Carson, California AHF-Ducommun 108,000 Owned Carson, California Jay-El Products 117,000 2002 Phoenix, Arizona MechTronics 90,900 2006 </TABLE> 7
8 The Company's facilities are, for the most part, fully utilized, although excess capacity exists from time to time based on product mix and demand. Management believes that these properties are in good condition and suitable for their present use. Although the Company maintains standard property casualty insurance covering its properties, the Company does not carry any earthquake insurance because of the cost of such insurance. Most of the Company's properties are located in Southern California, an area subject to frequent and sometimes severe earthquake activity. ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS None. ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS None. PART II ITEM 5. MARKET FOR THE REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS The information under the caption "Quarterly Common Stock Price Information" on page 17 of the 1997 Annual Report is incorporated herein by reference. No dividends were paid during 1996 or 1997 (see Exhibit 13). ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA The information under the caption "Selected Financial Data" appearing on page 17 of the 1997 Annual Report is incorporated herein by reference (see Exhibit 13). ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The information under the caption "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" appearing on pages 18 through 20 of the 1997 Annual Report is incorporated herein by reference (see Exhibit 13). ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA The financial statements and supplementary data under the captions "Consolidated Statements of Income," "Consolidated Balance Sheets," "Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows," "Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders' Equity," and "Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements," together with the report thereon of Price Waterhouse LLP 8
9 dated February 13, 1998, appearing on pages 21 through 32 of the 1997 Annual Report are incorporated herein by reference (see Exhibit 13). ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE Not applicable. PART III ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT Directors of the Registrant The information under the caption "Election of Directors" in the 1998 Proxy Statement is incorporated herein by reference. Executive Officers of the Registrant The following table sets forth the names and ages of all executive officers of the Company (including subsidiary presidents), all positions and offices held with the Company and brief accounts of business experience during the past five years. Executive officers do not serve for any specified terms, but are typically elected annually by the Board of Directors of the Company or, in the case of subsidiary presidents, by the Board of Directors of the respective subsidiaries. <TABLE> <CAPTION> Positions and Offices Other Business Held With Company Experience Name (Age) (Year Elected) (Past Five Years) - ---------------------------- ----------------------------- --------------------------- <S> <C> <C> Norman A. Barkeley (68) Chairman of the Board (1989) Chief Executive Officer (1988-1996) and President (1988-1995) Joseph C. Berenato (51) President (1996) and Chief Executive Vice President Executive Officer (1997) (1995), Chief Operating Officer (1995-1996), and Chief Financial Officer (1991-1996) of the Company James S. Heiser (41) Vice President (1990), -- Chief Financial Officer (1996), General Counsel (1988), Secretary (1987), and Treasurer (1995) </TABLE> 9
10 <TABLE> <CAPTION> Positions and Offices Other Business Held With Company Experience Name (Age) (Year Elected) (Past Five Years) - ---------------------------- ----------------------------- --------------------------- <S> <C> <C> Kenneth R. Pearson (62) Vice President-Human -- Resources (1988) Samuel D. Williams (49) Vice President (1991) and -- Controller (1988) Robert A. Borlet (57) President of Jay El -- Products, Inc. (1988) Paul L. Graham (53) President of 3dbm, Inc. President of Dynatech (1995) Microwave Technology, Inc. (1992-1994) Bruce J. Greenbaum (42) President of Brice President and/or General Manufacturing Company, Inc. Manager of Brice during (1994) five years prior to acquisition by Ducommun Robert B. Hahn (54) President of MechTronics of President of Aerochem, Arizona Corp. (1997) Inc. (1987-1997) Robert L. Hansen (44) President, AHF-Ducommun -- Incorporated (1989) </TABLE> ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION The information under the caption "Compensation of Executive Officers" in the 1998 Proxy Statement is incorporated herein by reference. ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT The information under the caption "Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management" in the 1998 Proxy Statement is incorporated herein by reference. ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS The information under the caption "Election of Directors" contained in the paragraph immediately following the table in the 1998 Proxy Statement is incorporated herein by reference. 10
11 PART IV ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES, AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K (a) 1. Financial Statements The following consolidated financial statements of Ducommun Incorporated and subsidiaries, included in the 1997 Annual Report, are incorporated by reference in Item 8 of this report. Page numbers refer to the 1997 Annual Report: <TABLE> <CAPTION> Page ---- <S> <C> Consolidated Statements of Income - Years ended December 31, 21 1997, 1996 and 1995 Consolidated Balance Sheets - December 31, 1997 and 1996 22 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - Years ended December 31, 23 1997, 1996 and 1995 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders' Equity - Years 24 Ended December 31, 1997, 1996 and 1995 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 25-31 Report of Independent Accountants 32 </TABLE> 2. Financial Statement Schedule The following schedule for the years ended December 31, 1997, 1996 and 1995 is filed herewith: Schedule VIII - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts and Reserves All other schedules have been omitted because they are not applicable, not required, or the information has been otherwise supplied in the financial statements or notes thereto. (b) Reports on Form 8-K During the last quarter of 1997, no reports on Form 8-K were filed. 11
12 (c) Exhibits 3.1 Restated Certificate of Incorporation filed with the Delaware Secretary of State on May 29, 1990. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1990. 3.2 Bylaws as amended and restated on October 19, 1996. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1996. 4.1 Fifth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement between Ducommun Incorporated, as Borrower, and Bank of America National Trust and Savings Association, as Bank, dated June 23, 1997. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 28, 1997. 4.2 First Amendment to Fifth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement between Ducommun Incorporated, as Borrower, and Bank of America National Trust and Savings Association, as Bank, dated as of October 1, 1997. 4.3 Conversion Agreement dated July 22, 1992 between Ducommun and the holders of the 9% Convertible Subordinated Notes due 1998. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 1 to Form 8-K dated July 29, 1992. * 10.1 1981 Stock Incentive Plan as amended and restated March 21, 1990. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1989. * 10.2 1990 Stock Option Plan. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1990. * 10.3 1994 Stock Incentive Plan, as amended May 7, 1997. * 10.4 Form of Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement for employees under the 1994 Stock Incentive Plan, the 1990 Stock Option Plan and the 1981 Stock Incentive Plan. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1990. * 10.5 Form of Incentive Stock Option Agreement under the 1994 Stock Incentive Plan. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1996. 10.6 Form of Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement for nonemployee directors under the 1994 Stock Incentive Plan. * 10.7 Form of Key Executive Severance Agreement entered with ten current executive officers of Ducommun or its subsidiaries. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1989. All of the 12
13 Key Executive Severance Agreements are identical except for the name of the executive officer and the date of the Agreement: <TABLE> <CAPTION> Executive Officer Date of Agreement ----------------- ----------------- <S> <C> Norman A. Barkeley January 2, 1997 Joseph C. Berenato November 4, 1991 Robert A. Borlet July 27, 1988 Paul L. Graham April 6, 1995 Bruce J. Greenbaum December 6, 1995 Robert B. Hahn July 27, 1988 Robert L. Hansen May 5, 1993 James S. Heiser July 27, 1988 Kenneth R. Pearson July 27, 1988 Samuel D. Williams June 21, 1989 </TABLE> * 10.8 Form of Indemnity Agreement entered with all directors and officers of Ducommun. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.8 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1990. All of the Indemnity Agreements are identical except for the name of the director or officer and the date of the Agreement: <TABLE> <CAPTION> Director/Officer Date of Agreement ---------------- ----------------- <S> <C> Norman A. Barkeley July 29, 1987 Joseph C. Berenato November 4, 1991 James S. Heiser May 6, 1987 Kenneth R. Pearson July 27, 1988 Samuel D. Williams November 11, 1988 H. Frederick Christie October 23, 1985 Robert C. Ducommun December 31, 1985 Kevin S. Moore October 15, 1994 Thomas P. Mullaney April 8, 1987 Richard J. Pearson October 23, 1985 Arthur W. Schmutz December 31, 1985 </TABLE> * 10.9 Description of 1998 Executive Officer Bonus Arrangement. * 10.10 Directors' Deferred Compensation and Retirement Plan, as amended October 29, 1993. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.9 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1993. * 10.11 Ducommun Incorporated Executive Retirement Plan dated May 5, 1993. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 3, 1993. 13
14 * 10.12 Ducommun Incorporated Executive Compensation Deferral Plan dated May 5, 1993. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 3, 1993. * 10.13 Ducommun Incorporated Executive Compensation Deferral Plan No. 2 dated October 15, 1994. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.12 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1994. 11 Reconciliation of the Numerators and Denominators of the Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share Computations 13 1997 Annual Report to Shareholders (not deemed to be filed except as previously incorporated by reference). 21 Subsidiaries of Registrant 23 Consent of Price Waterhouse LLP 27 Financial Data Schedule - ---------- * Indicates an executive compensation plan or arrangement. 14
15 SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. DUCOMMUN INCORPORATED Date: February 27, 1998 By: /s/ Joseph C. Berenato ------------------------------------- Joseph C. Berenato President and Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been duly signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. Date: February 27, 1998 By: /s/ Joseph C. Berenato ------------------------------------- Joseph C. Berenato President and Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer) Date: February 27, 1998 By: /s/ James S. Heiser ------------------------------------- James S. Heiser Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, General Counsel, Secretary and Treasurer (Principal Financial Officer) Date: February 27, 1998 By: /s/ Samuel D. Williams ------------------------------------- Samuel D. Williams Vice President, Controller and Assistant Treasurer (Principal Accounting Officer) 15
16 DIRECTORS By: /s/ Norman A. Barkeley Date February 27, 1998 ----------------------------- --------------------------- Norman A. Barkeley By: /s/ Joseph C. Berenato Date February 27, 1998 ----------------------------- --------------------------- Joseph C. Berenato By: /s/ H. Frederick Christie Date February 27, 1998 ----------------------------- --------------------------- H. Frederick Christie By: /s/ Robert C. Ducommun Date February 27, 1998 ----------------------------- --------------------------- Robert C. Ducommun By: /s/ Kevin S. Moore Date February 27, 1998 ----------------------------- --------------------------- Kevin S. Moore By: /s/ Thomas P. Mullaney Date February 27, 1998 ----------------------------- --------------------------- Thomas P. Mullaney By: /s/ Richard J. Pearson Date February 27, 1998 ----------------------------- --------------------------- Richard J. Pearson By: /s/ Arthur W. Schmutz Date February 27, 1998 ----------------------------- --------------------------- Arthur W. Schmutz 16
17 Report of Independent Accountants on Financial Statement Schedule To the Board of Directors of Ducommun Incorporated Our audits of the consolidated financial statements referred to in our report dated February 13, 1998 appearing on page 32 of the 1997 Annual Report to Shareholders of Ducommun Incorporated (which report and consolidated financial statements are incorporated by reference in this Annual Report on Form 10-K) also included an audit of the Financial Statement Schedule listed in Item 14(a) of this Form 10-K. In our opinion, this Financial Statement Schedule presents fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein when read in conjunction with the related consolidated financial statements. Price Waterhouse LLP Los Angeles, California February 13, 1998 17
18 DUCOMMUN INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS AND RESERVES SCHEDULE VIII <TABLE> <CAPTION> Column A Column B Column C Column D Column E - ----------------------- -------------- ----------------------------- -------------- ----------- Additions ----------------------------- Balance at Charged to Charged to Balance Beginning Costs and Other at End of Description of Period Expenses Accounts Deductions Period - ----------------------- -------------- ----------- -------------- -------------- ----------- <S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1997 Allowance for Doubtful Accounts $ 206,000 $ 290,000 $ - $ 137,000(b) $ 359,000 FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996 Allowance for Doubtful Accounts $ 366,000 $ 28,000 $ - $ 188,000(b) $ 206,000 Deferred Tax Assets Valuation Allowance $2,433,000 $ - $ - $ 665,000(d) $ - $1,768,000(e) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995 Allowance for Doubtful Accounts $ 182,000 $ 216,000 $ 13,000(a) $ 45,000(b) $ 366,000 Deferred Tax Assets Valuation Allowance $5,150,000 $ - $ - $2,717,000(c) $2,433,000 </TABLE> (a) Collections on previously written off accounts. (b) Write-offs on uncollectible accounts. (c) Change in valuation allowance due to reevaluation of realizability of future income tax benefit occasioned by the acquisition of 3dbm. (d) Change in valuation allowance due to reevaluation of realizability of future income tax benefit occasioned by the acquisition of MechTronics. (e) Change in valuation allowance due to reevaluation of realizability of future income tax benefit. 18
19 EXHIBIT INDEX 3.1 Restated Certificate of Incorporation filed with the Delaware Secretary of State on May 29, 1990. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1990. 3.2 Bylaws as amended and restated on October 19, 1996. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1996. 4.1 Fifth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement between Ducommun Incorporated, as Borrower, and Bank of America National Trust and Savings Association, as Bank, dated June 23, 1997. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 28, 1997. 4.2 First Amendment to Fifth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement between Ducommun Incorporated, as Borrower, and Bank of America National Trust and Savings Association, as Bank, dated as of October 1, 1997. 4.3 Conversion Agreement dated July 22, 1992 between Ducommun and the holders of the 9% Convertible Subordinated Notes due 1998. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 1 to Form 8-K dated July 29, 1992. * 10.1 1981 Stock Incentive Plan as amended and restated March 21, 1990. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1989. * 10.2 1990 Stock Option Plan. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1990. * 10.3 1994 Stock Incentive Plan, as amended May 7, 1997. * 10.4 Form of Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement for employees under the 1994 Stock Incentive Plan, the 1990 Stock Option Plan and the 1981 Stock Incentive Plan. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1990. * 10.5 Form of Incentive Stock Option Agreement under the 1994 Stock Incentive Plan. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1996. 10.6 Form of Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement for nonemployee directors under the 1994 Stock Incentive Plan. * 10.7 Form of Key Executive Severance Agreement entered with ten current executive officers of Ducommun or its subsidiaries. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1989. All of the
20 EXHIBIT INDEX (Continued) Key Executive Severance Agreements are identical except for the name of the executive officer and the date of the Agreement: <TABLE> <CAPTION> Executive Officer Date of Agreement ----------------- ----------------- <S> <C> Norman A. Barkeley January 2, 1997 Joseph C. Berenato November 4, 1991 Robert A. Borlet July 27, 1988 Paul L. Graham April 6, 1995 Bruce J. Greenbaum December 6, 1995 Robert B. Hahn July 27, 1988 Robert L. Hansen May 5, 1993 James S. Heiser July 27, 1988 Kenneth R. Pearson July 27, 1988 Samuel D. Williams June 21, 1989 </TABLE> * 10.8 Form of Indemnity Agreement entered with all directors and officers of Ducommun. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.8 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1990. All of the Indemnity Agreements are identical except for the name of the director or officer and the date of the Agreement: <TABLE> <CAPTION> Director/Officer Date of Agreement ---------------- ----------------- <S> <C> Norman A. Barkeley July 29, 1987 Joseph C. Berenato November 4, 1991 James S. Heiser May 6, 1987 Kenneth R. Pearson July 27, 1988 Samuel D. Williams November 11, 1988 H. Frederick Christie October 23, 1985 Robert C. Ducommun December 31, 1985 Kevin S. Moore October 15, 1994 Thomas P. Mullaney April 8, 1987 Richard J. Pearson October 23, 1985 Arthur W. Schmutz December 31, 1985 </TABLE> * 10.9 Description of 1998 Executive Officer Bonus Arrangement. * 10.10 Directors' Deferred Compensation and Retirement Plan, as amended October 29, 1993. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.9 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1993. * 10.11 Ducommun Incorporated Executive Retirement Plan dated May 5, 1993. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 3, 1993.
21 EXHIBIT INDEX (Continued) * 10.12 Ducommun Incorporated Executive Compensation Deferral Plan dated May 5, 1993. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 3, 1993. * 10.13 Ducommun Incorporated Executive Compensation Deferral Plan No. 2 dated October 15, 1994. Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.12 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1994. 11 Reconciliation of the Numerators and Denominators of the Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share Computations 13 1997 Annual Report to Shareholders (not deemed to be filed except as previously incorporated by reference). 21 Subsidiaries of Registrant 23 Consent of Price Waterhouse LLP 27 Financial Data Schedule - ---------- * Indicates an executive compensation plan or arrangement.