Rich Baldwin
About Rich Baldwin
Rich Baldwin serves as the Director of International Trade Compliance at TransDigm Group Inc. and has extensive experience in military and civil aviation standards, data privacy, and anti-corruption compliance.
Current Role at TransDigm Group Inc.
Rich Baldwin serves as the Director of International Trade Compliance at TransDigm Group Inc. since 2019. He is based in Washington State and has held this position for five years. In this role, Baldwin oversees compliance with international trade regulations, ensuring that the company's operations align with legal standards.
Previous Experience at Esterline Technologies Corp.
Before joining TransDigm, Rich Baldwin worked at Esterline Technologies Corp. from 2010 to 2019. He held various positions, including Manager of Ethics & Compliance for one year and later served as Director of Trade Compliance Technology for four years. His tenure at Esterline was marked by a focus on compliance and ethical standards in the company's operations.
Career at Korry Electronics
Rich Baldwin's career includes significant experience at Korry Electronics, where he worked from 1990 to 2010. His roles included Senior Electrical Engineer, Engineering Manager for the Control Products Strategic Business Unit, and Manager of Data & Configuration Services. He also served as Export Compliance Officer and Manager of Central Engineering during his time at the company.
Educational Background
Rich Baldwin has a strong educational foundation in engineering. He studied Computer Engineering at Boston University from 1979 to 1981. He then earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington from 1981 to 1983. Baldwin furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland College Park, where he studied from 1983 to 1987.
Expertise in Compliance and Engineering
Rich Baldwin possesses expertise in military and civil aviation standards and practices. His background includes knowledge in data privacy, anti-corruption compliance, supply chain transparency, and conflict minerals compliance. This diverse skill set supports his roles in international trade compliance and ethical governance.