PLM Administrator

Responsibilities

• Configure core PLM data structures: part master, document types, EBOM/MBOM, routings, change workflows, quality records, and project templates.
• Establish access controls and permissions aligned with CMMC Level 2 and role-based engineering workflows.
• Work with stakeholders to map existing processes (Visual ERP to LN transition considerations, ECO process, stage-gate NPI).
• Migrate legacy data: parts, assemblies, metadata, revision history, drawings, work instructions, laser safety files, material specs, and inspection plans.
• Develop system integrations, especially: CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo – not heavy usage but required), ERP (Infor Visual, future transition to LN), Manufacturing systems (metrology databases, process travelers), Quality systems (AS9100 documentation).
• Serve as the system expert and first point of contact for PLM questions, issues, and development requests.
• Maintain workflows, user accounts, permission roles, and audit logs per CMMC/ITAR.
• Manage change-control processes and ensure consistent use across engineering, operations, and quality teams.
• Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and KPIs (ECO cycle time, BOM accuracy, NPI stage-gate compliance).
• Train new users (engineering, production engineering, quality, suppliers).
• Ensure continuous alignment with AS9100D and cybersecurity requirements.
• Maintain interfaces to CAD/ERP systems and assist IT with upgrades/patches.
• Champion data quality: part numbering rules, revision control, unit standards, attribute consistency.
• Document procedures, WI’s, and system configuration for internal audits.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies and propose structured improvements to workflows, NPI processes, BOM release flows, etc.
• Partner with Operations and Quality to improve MBOM accuracy, routings, tool lists, and traveler generation.
• Support digital transformation initiatives such as model-based definition (MBD), paperless travelers, and metrology data capture.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience administering a PLM system.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes for optics and precision assemblies (optics, opto-mechanical components, coatings, metrology data).
• Experience with CMMC Level 2 or ITAR-compliant system administration.
• Working knowledge of CAD systems and ERP integrations (preferably Infor Visual or LN).
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and IT.
• Preferred: Experience with Aras Innovator configuration (methods, forms, workflows).
• Experience with scripting in SQL, JavaScript, or Python for light automation.
• Experience supporting cloud environments, especially Azure.
• Familiarity with optical manufacturing workflows: lens molding, metrology, coating travelers, and assembly BOM structures.
• Experience supporting supplier portals and secure external collaboration.
• Knowledge, ability and skills: Experience configuring PLM data schemas, workflows, lifecycle states, permissions, and integrations.
• Strong understanding of BOM management, revision control, part numbering systems, and change management.
• Strong documentation and training ability.