Windchill System Administrator

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.

Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Enterprise Engineering (EE), where we provide technical standards, tools, processes, training, and subject matter expertise for product engineering and manufacturing.

EE allows all Blue Origin business units to benefit from commonly used capabilities, hardware, and software and assists business units in identifying, selecting, and training engineers from both inside and outside the organization.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, you will be responsible for the administration, configuration, and maintenance of our Windchill PLM system.

You will ensure the system is running efficiently, support end-users, and collaborate with other IT and engineering teams to enhance our PLM capabilities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Administer and maintain the Windchill PLM system, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
• Perform system upgrades, patches, and migrations as needed.
• Configure and customize Windchill according to business requirements.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and security settings.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate Windchill with other enterprise systems.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to Windchill configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Implement best practices for data management and system security.
• Participate in PLM projects, contributing to the planning, design, and execution phases.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Windchill System Administrator or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Windchill architecture, modules, and functionalities.
• Experience with Windchill configuration, customization, and integration.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python) and SQL.
• Familiarity with PLM best practices and data management principles.
• Experience deploying or managing Windchill in AWS .
• Proficiency in Linux administration and shell scripting.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.

S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with related tools such as Creo, MPMLink, SuMa, or ThingWorx,.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira).
• Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and code management.
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and tools.
• Network license management (SAML)
• Experience with AWS CLI and / or deployment tools like Terraform / Ansible / SaltStack.

Compensation range for on-site CO applicants is $95,783-$127,710

Compensation range for on-site WA applicants is $104,490-$139,320

Compensation range for on-site CA applicants is $104,490-$139,320

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification.

At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.

S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include : Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off : Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus : Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force.

Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.

We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin / ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military / veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and / or local law.

Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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