PLM Administrator

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced PLM Administrator  to join our growing team. Reporting to the Director, IT Projects & Compliance, the PLM Administrator will be responsible for managing and enhancing our PTC Windchill platform and ensuring seamless integration across our CAD (Creo, SolidWorks), CAE (ANSYS/ Keysight), MES (Aegis) and enterprise systems (Microsoft D365).

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Administrate and support PTC Windchill, including user access, data structures, lifecycles, and workflows.
• Configure and troubleshoot integrations between Windchill and tools like Creo, SolidWorks, ANSYS, D365, and AEGIS MES (as applicable/needed).
• Implement/Maintain workflows and processes, transfer existing documents/CAD files.
• Perform routine system maintenance: performance tuning, updates, patches, and backups.
• Develop and maintain basic automation/scripts to improve data flow and reduce manual work.
• Support engineering and manufacturing teams in resolving PLM-related issues.
• Identify and suggest possible improvements in procedures.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, including ITAR, AS9100, and others.
• Help ensure compliance with aerospace standards, including ITAR, AS9100, and others.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure the PLM system meets organizational needs.
• Assume accountability for tasks assigned.

• 5+ years of experience administering PLM Systems, ideally PTC Windchill, or equivalent experience installing, developing, upgrading, and maintaining.
• In-depth knowledge of formal Engineering Change Procedures.
• Thorough understand of PLM usage and configurations.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAE systems, including 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 such as Zuken or Altium Designer.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Comfortable working across Windows and Linux environments.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to self-govern with minimum supervision, establish workload priorities, and utilize efficient time management practices to achieve assigned tasks.
• Knowledge of both Windows and Linux systems, along with software installations.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Additional Differentiators

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with PTC Windchill in an aerospace or defense setting.
• Scripting/automation capabilities in Python/Shell, and/or JAVA.
• Prior experience with regulated environments: ITAR, DoD, or FAA-regulated programs.
• Ability to translate complex technical topics in a clear and compelling fashion.
• Passion for space.

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

Salary Range $100,000-$130,000

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!     

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.