Restructuring (Restructuring Expense By Segment) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 28, 2013	Sep. 29, 2012	Oct. 01, 2011
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring	$ 14,075	$ 0	$ 751
Aircraft Controls [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring	1,692
Space And Defense Controls [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring	4,968
Industrial Systems [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring	$ 7,415