Trade Compliance Engineer

KLA

Trade Compliance Engineer at KLA ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. Collaborating across teams to support classification, licensing determinations, and compliance throughout product lifecycle.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeAnn Arbor • Arizona, Missouri, Oregon, Vermont • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $204,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in trade compliance, export controls, and regulatory engineering, with a strong focus on product classification and licensing determinations. Proficient in analyzing technical documentation and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with international trade regulations.

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Trade ComplianceExport Control RegulationsProduct ClassificationSAP GTSAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs)Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)Technical Documentation AnalysisEngineering Specifications InterpretationRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingDocumentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAP GTSOracle GTMMIC Customs SolutionsOCR ServicesDescartes

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

International Trade RegulationsCustoms ComplianceGlobal Trade ManagementTechnology TransfersMultinational Organizations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure products, technologies, software, and business activities comply with applicable international trade regulations
Serve as the primary technical liaison between engineering, product management, supply chain, legal, and global trade compliance teams
Support product classification, licensing determinations, technology transfers, and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle
Perform technical reviews of products, software, technology, and components to determine appropriate Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) and Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications
Analyze engineering specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), technical drawings, and product documentation for classification purposes
Partner with engineering teams to understand product functionality, technical capabilities, encryption features, and end-use applications
Develop and improve processes for product classifications
Support trade compliance with technology initiatives and system integrations
Partner with IT and business teams to automate classification management, compliance controls, and reporting
Develop and provide classification guidance and training to teams across enterprise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
5+ years of experience in trade compliance, export controls, customs compliance, or regulatory engineering roles
Experience interpreting technical product specifications and engineering documentation
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Strong knowledge of export control and customs regulations
Experience with SAP GTS, Oracle GTM, MIC Customs Solutions, OCR Services, Descartes, or Other global trade management systems
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or advanced technical degree
Experience supporting global multinational organizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits
401(K) including company matching
employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
student debt assistance
tuition reimbursement program
development and career growth opportunities and programs
financial planning benefits
wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
paid time off and paid company holidays
family care and bonding leave