Trade Compliance Director- Aerospace & Electronics Segment

Job Summary

The Director, International Trade Compliance oversees the trade compliance function for Teledyne's Aerospace & Defense Electronics and Engineered Systems segments. This role supports strategic business development and ensures compliance with relevant laws and Teledyne policies.

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.
• Supervise 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.
• Affiliate with and support Teledyne 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 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).
• 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)).

Pay

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is $136,700.00-$182,300.000. 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.