Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Northrop Grumman is a leader in technology and innovation, seeking a Teamcenter Systems Administrator to support their next-generation PLM platform. The role involves designing, deploying, and sustaining Teamcenter environments, as well as troubleshooting and optimizing system performance.
Responsibilities
- Install, upgrade, and configure key Teamcenter components (web tier/pool manager, enterprise tier, FMS/FSC, security services, dispatcher, Rich Client, Active Workspace, and integrations with ECAD/MCAD/MBSE tools)
- Apply application patches and manage version upgrades across all environments
- Provide recommendations on sizing and scaling of Teamcenter servers, cache, translation, and database tiers
- Execute integrity and performance tests; tune FMS/FSC, pool managers, web, and translation servers for optimal scalability
- Act as Teamcenter subject‑matter expert to troubleshoot systemic production problems; lead root‑cause analysis and corrective‑action implementation
- Create scripts (PowerShell, Python, Bash) and configure monitoring tools to ensure services and scheduled jobs run correctly
- Manage user access, remove process & data locks, and perform routine systems administrator duties
- Develop runbooks, SOPs, and configuration documentation; support disaster‑recovery exercises
- Clearly articulate technical solutions in written and verbal formats and present to both technical and non‑technical audiences
- Identify and implement enhancements to improve reliability, performance, and scalability of the MPLM environment
Skills
- Associate's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline and 10+ years of relevant experience, or a B.S. degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline and 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline with 6+ years of relevant experience, or a PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline with 4+ years of relevant experience; a High School diploma with 12+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree
- 3-4 years of hands‑on experience with Teamcenter system architecture, installation, and administration (production, test, dev)
- Windows Server administration experience
- Experience with Apache, JBoss (or equivalent), and SOLR indexing engine (or similar)
- Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to perform root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with diverse technical teams
- Siemens Teamcenter Administration, ITIL Foundation, or CompTIA Security+ certification
- Expert‑level experience in IT operations and maintenance for large‑scale infrastructure
- Knowledge of the Teamcenter data model, customizations, workflow development, and bulk data import
- Experience installing and configuring Teamcenter add‑ons such as Active Workspace, Teamcenter Manufacturing, Shop Floor Connect, Single Sign‑On, Performance Monitoring, and Automated Multi‑User Testing
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for Teamcenter (TFS, Azure DevOps, Jira, etc.)
- Working knowledge of Oracle or comparable RDBMS
- RHEL Linux /CentOS server administration
- Prior exposure to Siemens products, customers, and processes
- Experience with Windows IIS for web‑tier services
- Background in complex PLM implementations for engineering and manufacturing environments
- Experience with Agile and SAFe methodologies
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Phenomenal learning opportunities
- Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
- A very friendly team environment
- Exceptional benefits/healthcare
- A 9/80 work schedule
- A great 401k matching program
- Overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay (if eligible)
- Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results
- Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
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