Shield AI is seeking a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Systems Administrator to support and maintain our PLM ecosystem, with a primary focus on Siemens Teamcenter. This role will be responsible for the day-to-day administration, support, and continuous improvement of PLM systems that enable engineering and manufacturing workflows.
This is a hands-on role focused on system administration, user support, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting Teamcenter or a similar PLM platform and has a strong foundation in PLM concepts and engineering system integrations.
This role is intended to be based in Dallas, TX.
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
Skills Required
- 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
- 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
What the Team is Saying
Shield AI Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials describe excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside a mental‑health EAP. Site perks such as an onsite gym in DC and a gym discount in San Diego support a health‑focused offering.
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Retirement Support — Careers materials highlight a 401(k) with company match as part of the standard package. A Total Rewards overview emphasizes retirement features within a broader, transparent compensation view.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Compensation for in‑demand technical and senior go‑to‑market roles is described as competitive, with visible engineering ranges and top‑end packages. This points to meaningful upside tied to role, level, and scarce skills.
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What We Do
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.
Why Work With Us
What makes Shield AI special is our people. We unlock the power of autonomy, and in the face of overwhelming odds and challenges, we find ways to win and make a difference for our customers. We bring together software, AI, and aerospace engineering disciplines to deploy the most intelligent aviation capabilities in the world.
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