Ethics Commission Members

Joseph C. Kale, Jr.

Joseph C. Kale Jr. is a Senior Vice President and the Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer for DynCorp International (http://www.dyn-intl.com/).  Kale joined DI in November 2010 and in this key role leads the company’s ethics and compliance program to build and sustain a values-based culture. Prior to joining DI, Kale was the Director – Ethics Program Operations for Lockheed Martin Information Systems & Global Solutions (IS&GS).  In this position Kale had responsibility for supporting the day to day operations and management of the Lockheed Martin Ethics Program in the corporation’s largest business area.

With 17 years in the ethics and compliance profession spanning a 30+ year career in the aerospace and defense sector, Kale has a broad base of experience and subject matter expertise.  In addition to Lockheed Martin, during his career Kale has worked for market leaders Martin Marietta, General Electric, and RCA Aerospace.  He served previously as the Business Area Ethics Director for two of Lockheed ‘s other business areas and has been one of the architects for the Lockheed Martin Ethics and Business Conduct program, one of the most highly regarded in business.

Kale holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration from St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA and is a member of the University’s Board of Governors.  In addition he is a graduate of General Electric’s Financial Management Program.  Kale is an active volunteer in his community in a variety of organizations and philanthropic interests.  He is also a member in several professional associations including the Ethics and Compliance Officer Association, Society for Corporate Compliance and Ethics, and the Defense Industry Initiative.