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POSTING ACTIVE · REQ-FDB1F · FY26.Q2

PLM Systems Administrator (R4896)

Shield AI
[ COMPANY ]
Shield AI
[ LOCATION ]
Dallas, Texas
[ POSTED ]
2026.05.23
[ REQ ID ]
REQ-FDB1F
[ COMPENSATION RANGE · ANNUAL · BASE ]
$70,000 – $99,998USD
MIDPOINT
$84,999
SPREAD
$29,998
LEVEL
LEAD
TECHNICAL STACK · 2 TAGS
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§ 01OVERVIEW
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
§ 02JOB DESCRIPTION:

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.

§ 03WHAT 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
§ 04REQUIRED 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
§ 05PREFERRED 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
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
How much does the PLM Systems Administrator (R4896) at Shield AI pay?
The posting lists a range of $70K–$100K per year. Ranges reflect what Shield AI publicly declared on the source posting.
Where is this PLM Systems Administrator (R4896) role based?
The role is based in Dallas, Texas.
What experience does Shield AI expect for this role?
The posting is tagged as a lead-level role, typically 7+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
Where is Shield AI headquartered?
Shield AI is headquartered in San Diego, USA.
How was this posting sourced?
This role was pulled directly from Shield AI's Lever careers site. Apply links open in the employer's own ATS — no reposts or aggregator middleware.
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