PLM Systems Administrator (R6261)

Shield AI
Dallas, TX
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates with PLM system administration experience and comfortable with maintaining multi-tier PLM environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3–5 years of PLM system administration experience and a preference for working in defense-related environments
    — “3–5 years of experience administering or supporting PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred; other PLM platforms acceptable)”
  • Individuals with a background in engineering or manufacturing environments and experience with system integrations
    — “Experience supporting engineering or manufacturing environments”
  • Candidates who can manage and maintain multi-tier system architectures and have a customer-focused mindset
    — “Support multi-tier PLM architecture including web, enterprise, and database layers”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a cleared background check, which may limit eligibility for some applicants
    — “All offers are contingent on a cleared background”
  • The position involves cross-functional collaboration, which may require adapting to diverse team dynamics
    — “Collaborate with infrastructure, engineering, and business systems teams”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with Siemens Teamcenter and PLM system integrations in your resume and interview responses
    — “Hands-on experience with Siemens Teamcenter (installation, configuration, or support)”
  • Emphasize your ability to troubleshoot and resolve incidents impacting engineering users
    — “Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents impacting engineering users”
  • Showcase your skills in environment management and automation of repeatable tasks
    — “Support environment management, including refreshes, deployments, and basic automation of repeatable tasks”
  • Demonstrate your ability to maintain system documentation and standard operating procedures
    — “Maintain system documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures”
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Windows and/or Linux server environments
    — “Experience supporting Windows and/or Linux server environments”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Administer, support, and maintain PLM systems
  • Support multi-tier PLM architecture
  • Provide day-to-day support to engineering users
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field3–5 years of experience administering or supporting PLM systems

Skills & requirements

Required

PLM Systems AdministrationSiemens TeamcenterWindows And Linux Server EnvironmentsSystem Administration FundamentalsDatabase-backed ApplicationsMulti-tier Architectures

Preferred

Siemens Teamcenter Hands-on ExperienceCAD IntegrationsScripting Or AutomationCloud Or Virtualization PlatformsEngineering Or Manufacturing EnvironmentsSystem Integrations

Stack & domain

Siemens TeamcenterWindowsLinuxDatabase-backed ApplicationsMulti-tier ArchitecturesPatchingMonitoringBackupsTroubleshootingPLM ConceptsProduct StructuresWorkflowsLifecycle ManagementCAD IntegrationsScriptingAutomationCloud PlatformsVirtualization PlatformsERPMESSystem IntegrationsProblem-solvingAnalytical SkillsCustomer-focused MindsetCommunication SkillsCross-functional CollaborationDefenseEngineeringManufacturing

About the role

Original posting from Shield AI via Lever

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 

What you'll do::

  • Administer, support, and maintain PLM systems, primarily Siemens Teamcenter
  • Perform system configuration, upgrades, patching, and routine maintenance across PLM environments (production and test)
  • Support multi-tier PLM architecture including web, enterprise, and database layers
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents impacting engineering users
  • Support environment management, including refreshes, deployments, and basic automation of repeatable tasks
  • Assist with implementation of new features, modules, and system enhancements
  • Provide day-to-day support to engineering users, including issue resolution, training, and documentation
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, engineering, and business systems teams to support integrations with ERP, MES, and other enterprise systems
  • Maintain system documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures
  • Work with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and improve system capabilities

Required qualifications::

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 3–5 years of experience administering or supporting PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred; other PLM platforms acceptable)
  • Working knowledge of PLM concepts, including product structures, workflows, and lifecycle management
  • Experience supporting Windows and/or Linux server environments
  • Familiarity with system administration fundamentals (patching, monitoring, backups, troubleshooting)
  • Basic understanding of database-backed applications and multi-tier architectures
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a customer-focused mindset
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Preferred qualifications::

  • Hands-on experience with Siemens Teamcenter (installation, configuration, or support)
  • Experience with CAD integrations (e.g., NX, SolidWorks, CATIA)
  • Familiarity with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python, or similar)
  • Exposure to cloud or virtualization platforms (Azure, VMware, or similar)
  • Experience supporting engineering or manufacturing environments
  • Familiarity with system integrations across PLM, ERP, or MES platforms
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth or defense-related environment

Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Source: Shield AI careers (Lever)

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