SkyWater Technology · 1 month ago
Director, Ethics and Compliance
2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$153K/yr - $230K/yr
8+ years expSkyWater Technology is a semiconductor manufacturing company committed to improving lives through innovative technology. They are seeking a Director of Ethics and Compliance to lead the enterprise-wide program, ensuring alignment with business strategy and regulatory expectations while promoting a culture of integrity and accountability.
AerospaceManufacturingService Industry
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own and lead the enterprise Ethics & Compliance Program, setting strategic direction, and long‑term roadmap
Establish program goals, maturity objectives, and performance indicators; regularly assess effectiveness and ensure continuous improvement
Ensure program integration with SkyWater’s business strategy, risk management framework, and corporate governance structure
Serve as the principal advisor to the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer and senior leadership on ethics and compliance risks
Provide authoritative, decision‑ready program updates, including trends, risk insights, compliance metrics, and program performance
Direct and oversee enterprise compliance risk assessments and use results to prioritize initiatives and inform resource allocation
Lead the Company’s monitoring and testing strategy to identify emerging concerns and enhance control effectiveness
Oversee high‑risk and sensitive investigations, ensuring rigor in scoping, documentation, root‑cause analysis, and remediation
Ensure timely and effective corrective action plans and elevate systemic risks to leadership and the Board when appropriate
Own the lifecycle of the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and all enterprise‑level compliance policies and standards
Ensure policies are current, risk‑based, and operationalized effectively across business functions
Champion consistent policy governance, version control, and accountability
Lead enterprise efforts to promote a culture of integrity and accountability, ensuring leaders model ethical decision‑making
Oversee broad‑based and role‑specific training strategies to increase awareness, reinforce expectations, and reduce risk
Own the Speak Up Program, including hotline operations, communication strategy, non‑retaliation culture, and leadership engagement
Partner with leaders across HR, Operations, Finance, Security, Supply Chain, Engineering, and IT to embed compliance into business processes
Ensure program support and harmonization in acquired facilities and new operations
Provide strategic, risk‑informed guidance on emerging issues, regulatory developments, and ethical considerations
Manage, mentor, and develop the Ethics & Compliance Manager and future team expansions
Build a high‑performing function that blends strategic insight with operational execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA) or relevant professional certification (e.g., CCEP, CCEP‑I) preferred
8+ years of progressively responsible experience in ethics and compliance, investigations, risk management, or related fields
Demonstrated success operating within a maturing ethics and compliance program, with experience leading key program components
Strong analytical and communication skills, including experience preparing and delivering reports for executives
Ability to manage and develop team members, build trust across functions, and foster a culture of accountability and integrity
Proven ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical guidance and implementable processes
Commitment to discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism in handling sensitive matters
U.S. Citizen Required: This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires sole U.S Citizenship
Preferred
Juris Doctor degree and active bar membership in good standing
Experience in a public company or government contractor environment
Experience with ethics and compliance program integration following mergers or acquisitions
Benefits
401k match
Life insurance
Opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate
Medical
Dental
Mental health benefits
Vision
Legal planning
Short- and long-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
An on-site fitness facility
An on-site self-serve market
Company
SkyWater Technology
SkyWater Technology is a Semi-Conductor Manufacturer.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$345MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Defense
2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $30M
2023-01-04Post Ipo Debt· $130M
2022-07-28Grant· $15M
Leadership Team
John Sakamoto
President and COO
Bassel Haddad
SVP and GM, Advanced Packaging
Recent News
2026-01-07
2026-01-05
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