PLM Manufacturing Solutions Architect (Solutions Architect 4)

This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

About the Role

The Product Realization and Reliability Office (PRRO) in Nuclear Production Operations consists of a multidisciplinary group of engineers and scientists that support plutonium programs (i.e., pit production, surveillance, research & development, and subcritical experiments) across the entire Nuclear Production Operations organization. PRRO is seeking a PLM solutions architect to lead the strategic implementation of a Product Lifecycle Management solution in a complex, highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will drive PLM adoption to increase efficiency, reduce error potential, and streamline information management across engineering, manufacturing, and as-built operations. This role focuses on creating a fully configuration-managed product data environment that enhances shop floor productivity without adding burden to production personnel.

Responsibilities

• Map current process and procedure requirements to PLM capabilities
• Lead the deployment and connection of PTC MPMLink to support shop floor activities
• Plan configurations needed to PTC MPMLink workflows, forms, and interfaces to streamline shop floor operations and enhance productivity
• Collaborate closely with production teams to understand their workflow requirements and implement tailored solutions that optimize efficiency and accuracy
• Provide leadership across groups to coordinate MPMLink standup, training, and implementation
• Provide technical support to production personnel on PTC MPMLink usage, ensuring smooth adoption and adherence to standardized processes
• Continuously monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvement to drive operational excellence on the shop floor
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration between PTC MPMLink and other shop floor systems and tools such as MRP and MES
• Prepare demonstrators to help support widespread adoption
• Co-develop policies around capability interfaces
• Collaborate with our design agency and other production agency digital engineering teams to achieve a holistic integration of PLM capabilities
• Provide work oversight to junior engineers working in the PLM domain
• Outline multi-year technical plans for PLM adoption and system connections enabling closed loop manufacturing
• Interface with enterprise-wide efforts to ensure nuclear production needs are met
• Coordinate training as needed to increase usage of shop floor data

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience architecting and implementing PLM solutions for manufacturing environments
• Strong understanding of data flows through the as-designed, as-planned, and as-built lifecycle states
• Experience tracing policy/requirements to system configurations
• Experience in aspects of project management of technical work, including defining work scope, schedules, priorities, and performance milestones
• Experience in directing work of a small number of team members towards a common goal
• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences

Qualifications

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven experience deploying PLM solutions such as PTC MPMLink to support shop floor activities in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES), ERP systems, and other manufacturing-oriented systems
• Familiarity with data modeling, information architecture, and enterprise integration patterns
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to analyze complex shop floor challenges and implement effective solutions
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with shop floor personnel and cross-functional teams
• Proactive mindset with a passion for driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with PLM from design through as-built and being able to conceptualize how shop floor activities tie to each lifecycle phase a plus
• Experience with private industry production a plus
• Highly regulated industry experience preferred

Clearance

This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by, or on behalf of, the Federal Government for access to classified matter.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China - including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau - as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position Commitment

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)