Job Description
- Teamcenter Functional Architect
The Teamcenter Functional Architect is responsible for leading the functional design, solution architecture, and adoption of Siemens Teamcenter PLM solutions within the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio in support of U.S. Department of Defense programs. This role serves as a customer-facing solution architect, working closely with program stakeholders to define and implement PLM capabilities that support the organization’s digital thread strategy.
The Functional Architect leads the translation of business processes and engineering workflows into scalable Teamcenter configurations and enterprise solution architectures. This includes designing end-to-end processes spanning Teamcenter and other enterprise systems to enable the digital thread across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and sustainment environments.
The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of experience working with Siemens Teamcenter PLM, including experience in solution architecture, process design, and enterprise integration, as well as 3+ years of experience in business process architecture or PLM solution consulting within complex engineering organizations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, subject matter experts (SMEs), and the Teamcenter end user community at large.
- Lead functional solution architecture and PLM strategy discussions, positioning Siemens Xcelerator solutions.
- Provide demos of functionality and evangelize customer capability that has been built in the system to potential new stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand, guide, and capture business requirements.
- Own the translation of business requirements into scalable Teamcenter solution designs, including data models, workflows, lifecycle processes, and system integrations.
- Evaluate business/technical requirements for Teamcenter requested functionality and provide level of effort estimation to support sprint planning and costing.
- Design end-to-end business processes that leverage the Siemens Xcelerator ecosystem, integrating Teamcenter with enterprise systems such as ERP, MES, ALM, and supply chain platforms.
- Design and architect Teamcenter solution capabilities including:
- BMIDE data model architecture and business object configuration strategies
- Server-side extension approaches utilizing ITK handlers, exits, and custom services
- SOA-based service architecture and service orchestration patterns
- Workflow templates and enterprise process automation design
- Custom actions, configurable business rules, and validation frameworks
- Reporting architectures and data extraction/cleansing strategies
- Conduct comprehensive testing, including unit, integration, and system testing ensuring application quality and functionality stay in spec.
- Assist development teams in diagnosing and resolving complex configuration or customization issues.
- Develop functional architecture and solution design documentation, including system workflows, process diagrams, and capability roadmaps.
- Collaborate closely with Teamcenter developers and engineers to guide the implementation of customizations and ensure solutions align with architectural design.
- Evangelize best practices for PLM usage and digital engineering processes, helping organizations maximize the value of Teamcenter.
- Provide training and support to end-users on Teamcenter functionality and best practices.
- Remain current on Siemens Teamcenter and Siemens Xcelerator platform developments, industry best practices, and digital engineering methodologies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Currently hold Siemens certifications for Teamcenter.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or other Engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience working with Siemens Teamcenter PLM
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in business process architecture, PLM consulting, or functional solution design.
- Experience collaborating with the Siemens Technical Support & Siemens Government Technologies organizations.
- Strong understanding of Teamcenter configuration and administration, including workflows, lifecycle management, and security models.
- Strong programming skills leveraging Java, JSP, J2EE, XML, JSON, and HTML5.
- Experience developing Teamcenter Active Workspace or Rich Client extensions.
- Experience supporting integration between Teamcenter and external enterprise systems.
- Experience leading data migration and system transition initiatives.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and facilitation skills.
- Strong documentation and solution architecture skills.
- Ability to guide and collaborate with development teams implementing Teamcenter customizations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in Agile software development environments.
- Currently holds an active U.S. national security clearance or be able to receive and maintain one.
Preferred Qualifications
- Programming skills leveraging Java, JSP, J2EE, XML, JSON, and HTML5.
- Experience with Teamcenter Dispatcher, Batch utilities, and migration tools.
- Experience with Teamcenter installation, patching, and upgrades.
- Familiarity with database management systems (e.g. Oracle and SQL Server) and SQL scripting.
- Experience with and certifications in Agile software development methodologies.
- Experience with Fortify or other security scanning tools.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and code management leveraging GIT (e.g. repo, branches, merging, conflict resolution, build hardening, and ant scripting).
- Experience with AWS cloud services.
- Experience working within Linux-based Teamcenter environments, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux and shell scripting.
- Experience with Teamcenter licensure, installation, patching, and upgrades.
- Experience investigating and resolving Teamcenter performance related issues.
- In-depth understanding of the aerospace and defense industry.
- Knowledge of DoD software development policies, cybersecurity requirements, and RMF compliance framework.
- CompTIA Security+ Certification
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- This position may require the ability to travel up to 10%.
Work Environment
Employees have the flexibility to telework to fulfill their work responsibilities effectively. Additionally, travel may be required to customer and subcontractor sites as well as other office locations.
Clearance Requirements
Some positions will require access to U.S. National Security information. Positions that require this access will be required to receive and maintain a U.S. government personnel security clearance (PCL). In order to qualify for this position, the candidate must be a US Citizen and either currently possess this National Security eligibility or be able to complete the investigation application process with a favorable determination and maintain that eligibility throughout their employment.
Pay Scales & Benefits
The listed pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this position for the location for which it has been posted and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Other compensation considerations may include, but are not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, or other applicable factors.
Benefits include…
Paid Time Off
Paid Company Holidays
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Optional HSA and FSA
Base and Voluntary Life Insurance
Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k Matching
Employee Assistance Program