About the position
Collins Aerospace has an exciting opportunity for an experienced PLM Engineer with a passion for problem solving and delivering solutions that provide compelling gains to the consistency, efficiency and productivity of the various business processes being managed by the common PLM tool – Teamcenter. This will involve working closely with Landing Systems’ business users/SMEs as well as Collins Digital Technology to ensure the PLM system delivers on all required business processes while remaining compliant to configuration management, engineering change management and global trade requirements. Additionally, you will leverage your experience to propel efforts to drive integration of PLM with MES, SLM, and ERP with a focus on efficiency, data accuracy and collaboration. You will also be a mentor/guide to less experienced PLM Engineers in the team. The goal is to support activities that will ensure on-time delivery on commitments that enable Landing Systems to continue operations with minimal to no disruption from PLM issues. This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered. This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain standard job instructions for both general as well as functionally specific business processes related to xClass Integration, Engineering Change Process, New Part/Document Creation/Approval/Release, CAD Integration with CATIA, and SAP Integration to transfer Material Master, DIR Revision and BoM.
- Lead problem resolution discussions between the business SMEs and Digital Technology on large/complex issues/changes with a focus to drive maximum benefit for the business while remaining compliant to all applicable requirements.
- Provide day-to-day support to business PLM users as needed via ticket resolution and training development/deployment within the established turnaround time target.
- Ensure timely, effective and clear communication both to the business as well as Collins Digital Technology when issues/problems are discovered as well as the anticipated time to resolution.
- Provide testing support for the several planned enhancement/bug fix code deployments to ensure the changes will not disrupt business continuity in PLM in the production environment.
- Promote an actively collaborative team environment, encouraging open communication, knowledge sharing, and collective problem-solving to drive project success.
- Develop corrective action plans when metrics are not aligned with business goals.
- Support audits and resulting corrective actions.
Requirements
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Nice-to-haves
- EPEC Teamcenter Experience using Active Workspace Client (AWC) and/or Rich Application Client (RAC).
- Experience in configuration management and the Engineering Change Process.
- Experience in PLM systems with workflows.
- Experience with identifying critical chokepoints in processes and develop analytics to support resolution.
- Experience with driving improvements to existing processes.
- Experience writing Standard Job Instructions and/or Work Procedures.
- Knowledge of MS Office programs, including Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
- Expertise in industry best practices to drive and advocate for continuous process improvement.
- Experience in Aerospace Industry is a plus.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.
- Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP).
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
