Trade Compliance Director- Aerospace & Electronics Segment

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated seeks a Director of International Trade Compliance to lead and optimize export/import compliance programs across Aerospace & Defense Electronics and Engineered Systems. You will build proactive programs, collaborate with Business Units, and report to the Chief Trade Compliance Counsel in a hands-on leadership role.

The role requires strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration, extensive regulatory knowledge (ITAR/EAR), and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Commerce, Business, Law, or International Trade.
• 10+ years of domestic and international trade compliance experience (ITAR, EAR, Customs).
• Experience with UK and other national export/import laws and regulations.
• Strong leadership, written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in training, mentoring and managing staff.
• Ability to manage high-volume, detail-oriented work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage trade compliance programs across Teledyne.
• Develop policies, procedures, and work instructions with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain trade compliance management systems and process improvements.
• Supervise and assess Trade Compliance staff performance.
• Handle export/import classifications, licensing, and declarations.
• Coordinate with government regulators and respond to inquiries.
• Conduct self-assessments and track improvements.
• Provide training for functional units; support audits.
• Assist with due diligence and acquisitions.
• Stay current on customs laws and Free Trade Agreements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring & coaching

Training experience

Project management

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Ability to travel 25%

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce / Business / Law / International Trade

Job description

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Director, International Trade Compliance (the “Director”), Aerospace & Defense Electronics and Engineered Systems Segments of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (“Teledyne”) oversees the trade compliance function for a large and important group of businesses within Teledyne. In this role, the Director will support the strategic development and execution of business by building and proactively managing strong export and import compliance programs in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and the Teledyne policy requirements. The Director will support and lead trade compliance personnel at Business Units to ensure that trade compliance activities are performed in a professional, efficient, consistent and compliant manner. The Director will regularly and proactively interact with senior management and will also serve as the primary point of contact with Teledyne’s Corporate International Trade Compliance (“CITC”) Office. This role demands exceptional communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills, as well as strong trade compliance expertise and experience. The Director must have strong collaboration and effective relationship management capabilities. This is a hands‑on role, and the candidate must have strong organizational skills, excel at process implementation, and be able to work with employees of all levels based in multiple countries. This is a full‑time position that directly reports to Teledyne’s Chief Trade Compliance Counsel, who reports to Teledyne’s Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Secretary.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement and manage trade compliance programs in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and Teledyne policies.
• Develop, draft and implement policies, procedures and work instructions in collaboration with various business functions.
• Develop, implement, enhance and maintain trade compliance management systems, processes and process improvements to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Supervises Trade Compliance staff, including assigning workloads, setting priorities, providing guidance and assistance, and reviewing performance.
• Manage and support the performance of Trade Compliance staff and daily trade compliance activities, including:
• Export classification and jurisdiction determinations
• Export permit and licensing applications and administration
• Technology transfers / Deemed exports
• Controlled Goods Program oversight
• Shipment clearance
• Denied party, proliferation and diversion screening
• Import classification, valuation, country of origin analysis, assists reporting
• Free Trade Agreement analysis and qualification
• Management of Customs Brokers
• Record‑keeping and accurate documentation
• Review and approval of visitor and travel requests
• Liaise with Government regulatory agencies on import or export compliance issues and respond to inquiries as required.
• Conduct regular trade compliance self‑assessments for companies throughout and identify potential efficiency improvements and ensure compliance.
• Manage and periodically conduct trade compliance training for all functions within assigned business units.
• Support Teledyne trade compliance audits and implement corrective actions, as required.
• Report and assist the CITC Office with investigations of any incidences of purported non‑compliance with export/import laws and regulations, identification, implementation and maintenance of corrective actions and drafting and filing of voluntary or prior disclosures with Government regulatory agencies.
• Assist the CITC Office with various trade compliance projects and initiatives.
• Assist and support acquisition due diligence and integration activities
• Keep abreast of customs laws and regulations (including Free Trade Agreements and other duty deferral programs) to ensure compliance.
• Provide reports for the CITC regarding significant trade compliance matters and status, as required.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Commerce, Business, Law, or International Trade.
• Significant experience (at least 10 years) and expertise in domestic and international trade compliance laws and regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR, Customs).
• Experience and working knowledge of UK and other countries’ export and import laws and regulations, including customs laws and export control regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication (written, oral, and presentations) and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in training, mentoring and managing staff.
• Ability to manage a high volume of work at a detailed level in a fast‑paced environment, working with frequent interruptions and minimal day‑to‑day supervision.
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience in managing complex trade compliance matters and developing innovative solutions with a successful record of problem solving.
• Ability to interact effectively with other functions, including Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Logistics, as well as Business Unit Trade Compliance staff and leadership, and the CITC Office.
• Able and willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.
• Customs broker license would be beneficial.
• Security clearance capability would be a positive factor.

Must be a U.S. Person (A U.S. Person is a U.S. citizen or person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Salary Range

$136,700.00-$182,300.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.