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Salary: USD 110,000 - 130,000 / annual
Terran Orbital, a leading satellite manufacturer serving aerospace and defense industries, is seeking an experienced PLM Administrator to join their dynamic team in Irvine, CA. Reporting to the IT Manager, you will administer and enhance the company's PTC Windchill environment while ensuring seamless integration across CAD tools (Creo, SolidWorks), CAE platforms (ANSYS/Keysight), manufacturing execution systems (Aegis MES), and enterprise systems (Microsoft D365).
Key responsibilities include:
- Administering PTC Windchill, managing user access, data structures, lifecycles, and workflows
- Configuring and troubleshooting integrations between Windchill and CAD/CAE/ERP/MES tools
- Implementing and maintaining workflows, migrating legacy documents and CAD files, and supporting process improvements
- Performing routine system maintenance including performance tuning, updates, patches, and backups
- Developing and maintaining scripts and automation to improve data flow and reduce manual effort
- Providing technical support to engineering and manufacturing teams for PLM-related issues
- Recommending enhancements and efficiency improvements to PLM processes
- Ensuring compliance with aerospace and regulatory standards including ITAR and AS9100
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and align PLM capabilities with organizational needs
- Taking ownership of assigned tasks and following through to completion
This is a full-time position in a professional office environment within a manufacturing company. The role is generally sedentary with substantial computer usage, though you may occasionally need to lift objects up to 25 pounds.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field OR equivalent combination of education and 5+ years of directly relevant PLM experience
- 5+ years of experience administering PLM systems, ideally PTC Windchill, or equivalent experience installing, developing, upgrading, and maintaining PLM platforms
- In-depth knowledge of formal Engineering Change Procedures
- Thorough understanding of PLM usage, configurations, and best practices
- Familiarity with CAD/CAE tools such as PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Keysight, and ANSYS
- Experience supporting or integrating ERP and/or MES systems such as Microsoft D365 and Aegis
- Familiarity with PCB design tools (Zuken, Altium Designer)
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Proficiency working across Windows and Linux environments
- Knowledge of software installation practices across Windows and Linux systems
- Strong customer service orientation and ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently, manage workload priorities, and execute tasks with minimal supervision
- U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of hands-on PTC Windchill experience in an aerospace or defense environment
- Scripting/automation skills in Python, Shell, and/or Java
- Experience working within regulated environments such as ITAR, DoD programs, or FAA-regulated spaces
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable information
- Passion for space and advanced technology
