Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Wilsonville, Oregon
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Since 1978
Flir Systems, a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies, makes thermal imaging cameras, sensor systems, and related software. It is headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, and was founded in 1978. The company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion. It serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and military-defense industries. In 2026, Teledyne FLIR Defense was awarded a $48 million contract to supply nuclear, biological, and chemical reconnaissance sensors for Bulgaria's Stryker vehicles.
Flir Systems at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1978
Headquarters
Wilsonville, Oregon
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
Import activity
67
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Medical
Military & Defense
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
67
Named foreign suppliers
19
Top origins
Taiwan · South Korea · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Flir Systems.
What this tells a buyer
Teledyne FLIR Defense announced a $28.8 million contract from U.S. Customs and Border Protection for mobile surveillance systems on June 24, 2026.
The company's listed certifications are ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ITAR registration, and its products include sensors, LED-based devices, and electronics.
The company is privately held, and its reported customers include defense and government agencies, based on its recent contract announcements.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
48 years in operation (founded 1978).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Flir Systems, a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies, makes thermal imaging cameras, sensor systems, and related software. It is headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, and was founded in 1978. The company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion. It serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and military-defense industries. In 2026, Teledyne FLIR Defense was awarded a $48 million contract to supply nuclear, biological, and chemical reconnaissance sensors for Bulgaria's Stryker vehicles.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1978 |
Headquarters | Wilsonville, Oregon |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered |
What Flir Systems makes
The company's listed certifications are ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ITAR registration, and its products include sensors, LED-based devices, and electronics.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Sensor, LED, Electronics (source: flir.com).
Certifications
Flir Systems is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
Teledyne FLIR Defense announced a $28.8 million contract from U.S. Customs and Border Protection for mobile surveillance systems on June 24, 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 67 inbound shipments across 19 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Taiwan · South Korea · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Netherlands.
Latest developments
2026-10-26 — Teledyne FLIR Defense Wins $48M Contract to Provide Next-Gen Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Reconnaissance Sensors for Bulgaria Strykers | Defense.flir.com (flir.com)
2026-07-29 — Teledyne FLIR Defense Receives Significant Order to Support AV’s Titan MS Counter-UAS Solution for JIATF-401 | Defense.flir.com (flir.com)
2026-06-24 — Teledyne FLIR Defense Awarded $28.8 Million Contract by U.S. Customs and Border Protection for Mobile Surveillance Systems | Defense.flir.com (flir.com)
2026-06-04 — Teledyne FLIR Defense Awarded $11.2 Million U.S. Army Contract for Advanced CBRN Sensor Drone Kits | Defense.flir.com (flir.com)
2026-04-16 — Teledyne FLIR Defense Wins $35+ Million Surveillance System Contract for Reconnaissance Vehicles | Defense.flir.com (flir.com)
2026-02-02 — Teledyne FLIR Defense Wins $17.5 Million Contract from armasuisse to Deliver Black Hornet 4 Nano-Drones for Dismounted and Vehicle-Integrated Reconnaissance | Defense.flir.com (flir.com)
Facilities
Flir Systems is headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon. Public sources also reference these locations:
Thousand Oaks, CA — netx.net
Company details
The company is privately held, and its reported customers include defense and government agencies, based on its recent contract announcements. Flir Systems was founded in 1978, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 48 years in operation (founded 1978). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Flir Systems make?
Flir Systems, a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies, makes thermal imaging cameras, sensor systems, and related software. It is headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, and was founded in 1978. The company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion. It serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and military-defense industries. In 2026, Teledyne FLIR Defense was awarded a $48 million contract to supply nuclear, biological, and chemical reconnaissance sensors for Bulgaria's Stryker vehicles.
Where is Flir Systems headquartered?
Flir Systems is headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon.
When was Flir Systems founded?
Flir Systems was founded in 1978.
How big is Flir Systems?
Flir Systems has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Flir Systems hold?
Flir Systems lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Flir Systems import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 67 inbound shipments for Flir Systems, with top origins including Taiwan · South Korea · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Netherlands.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 503-498-3547
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
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