Lead PLM Solutions Engineer

What we do:

The Lead PLM Solutions Engineer is responsible for ensuring there is proper collaboration across all engineering functional groups and leading all engineering Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) activities and solutions while also aiding in the creation of a multitude of standardized processes and procedures. Also, this role will be responsible for the PLM activities of all product data produced by the Supernal team and by the suppliers during the development and manufacture of the aircraft. They will have a strong background in aerospace or similar industry processes, with a focus on optimizing product development workflows and integrating PLM tools across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions.

This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and lead tailored PLM architectures that align with business objectives. Familiarity with Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE (CATIA, ENOVIA, DELMIA) or Siemens NX, Teamcenter is preferred, but strong PLM experience in any platform will be considered.

What you can do:

• Collaborate with various engineering subject areas to design high-reliability, safety-critical systems for an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft
• Strong understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) concepts, principles and practices especially in the aerospace industry
• Lead the architecture design and deployment of Dassault 3DX Platform (CATIA, ENOVIA, DELMIA) to ensure seamless integration across Product Development Lifecycle
• Integrate 3DX Platform with other existing Enterprise Software (SAP, MES, etc)
• Analyze existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement through the implementation of PLM solutions. Drive efficiency and scalability across the product lifecycle
• Collaborate across multiple teams within Supernal (Hardware & Software Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to gather requirements to develop PLM Solutions
• Assist in demoing features to 3DX users and stakeholders to spread awareness and understanding of the tool
• Provide documentation, training, and guidance to teams on best PLM practices (ex. Part Release, As-Designed vs As-Installed, Document Management)
• Compliance & Security: Ensure all PLM solutions comply with industry standards (such as AS9100) and maintain data security protocols across the product lifecycle
• Drive continuous improvement and scalability of Supernal’s 3DX Platform by serving as main point of contact between Supernal and Dassault
• Preferred experience utilizing EKL to develop Customizations, Macros within 3DX to improve user experience
• May require up to 10% of international or domestic travel
• Other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

• BA/BS in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Nuclear, Manufacturing) required; Master’s degree preferred
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in engineering and PLM of complex multi-domain product data (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
• 5+ years of proven direct product configuration management experience (Product structure, parts, drawings and requirements management)
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience working in a highly regulated environment (aerospace, medical devices, nuclear, etc.)
• Experience with CAD (CATIA V5/V6/3DX/NX), requirements management (IBM DOORS, Jama) and software code management (git, Subversion, Bitbucket)
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and/or data management toolsets for configuration management of complex products
• Experience with PLM integrations to downstream systems such as ERP and MES systems
• A detailed understanding of aircraft configuration principles including reconciliation between OEM and vendor design/manufacturing systems
• Experience with project management, organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – you must have an ability to synthesize complex quantitative data into clear decision statements
• Deep knowledge of data management solutions as they relate to electronically stored documents, 3D models, substantiation and design data packages
• Operational experience managing company release, agency record, and controlled data (i.e FAA, ITAR, EAR)
• Highly collaborative and works well both independently and with a team