Trade Classification Lead

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers, reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards, and flat panel displays. The company invests 15% of sales back into R&D, with expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists, and problem-solvers working to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices.

About the Role

The Trade Classification Lead ensures products, technologies, software, and business activities comply with applicable international trade regulations, including U.S. export controls, customs regulations, sanctions programs, and global import/export requirements. This role serves as the primary technical liaison between engineering, product management, supply chain, legal, and global trade compliance teams to support product classification, licensing determinations, technology transfers, and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• 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 the enterprise.
• Other tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus 12 years' experience; or Master's degree plus 8 years' experience; or PhD plus 5 years' experience.
• 5+ years of experience in trade compliance, export controls, customs compliance, or regulatory engineering roles.
• Experience interpreting technical product specifications and engineering documentation.
• 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 (preferred).
• Experience supporting global multinational organizations (preferred).

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Pay

Base pay range: $120,000.00 - $204,000.00 annually.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits.
• 401(K) with company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Student debt assistance and 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.

Schedule

Primary location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA (with secondary headquarters in Milpitas, CA).