Sr Import/Export Analyst

A Day in Your Life at MKS

MKS Instruments is seeking a Sr Import/Export Analyst to join the team. The ideal candidate will manage HTS and ECCN classification, qualify goods under FTAs such as USMCA and GSP, and ensure compliance with EAR and ITAR export control requirements. You will respond to CBP inquiries (CF-28/CF-29), conduct import audits for duty recovery opportunities, and oversee ACE portal management and denied party screening. This role works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, and Engineering to align trade compliance processes across the organization.

Work Location

This position is ideally based within commuting distance of our Irvine, CA office and follows a hybrid work schedule. We will also consider highly qualified remote candidates whose skills and experience closely align with the requirements of the role.

You Will Make an Impact By

• Assisting with import and export related operational tasks and special projects as needed.
• Managing global Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and export license management.
• Working with engineering and other key stakeholders to understand technical requirements to assure appropriate HTS classifications.
• Reviewing product documents, diagrams and specs for HTS and preferential trade qualifications (USMCA, KORUS, ILFTA, etc.).
• Responding to requests for trade compliance support and information, including requests from Customs or other partnership agencies.
• Providing data analysis to improve the integrity and efficiency of MKS global trade compliance program, including analyzing and auditing trade data to accuracy and potential duty recoveries.
• Ensuring global compliance programs support MKS global trade compliance policies.

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% of travel is required.

Skills You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in export and import operations.
• 5 years of experience in trade compliance or related field.
• Classifying Harmonized System codes accurately.
• Qualifying goods for preferential trade agreements.
• Responding to Customs inquiries (CF28, CF29).
• Analyzing and auditing import trade data for accuracy and duty recoveries.
• Customs Brokers License a plus.

Supervisory Scope

Reporting Relationships: None

Financial Responsibilities: None

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Pay Range: $75,000-110,000.00 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS.

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement.