PLM Program Manager

Position Overview Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. The PLM Program Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements within an advanced Software and Enterprise Solutions team to support U.S. Department of Defense customers. They manage the product backlog, prioritize initiatives, facilitate sprint activities, and translate business needs into executable requirements. The role requires close collaboration with stakeholders, product and project managers, and technical teams to ensure clear project scope and objectives. Duties & Responsibilities Experience with implementing large‑scale business enterprise systems such as ERP or PLM. Experience incorporating Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning technologies into product roadmaps and system development. Conduct market research to identify technology trends. Create and manage product roadmaps, ensuring timely delivery of product milestones. Communicate product vision and strategy to stakeholders, including clients, team members, end‑users, and leadership. Monitor and analyze product performance, using data to drive decision‑making and improvements. Assure customer satisfaction through continuous engagement and confidence building. Manage and curate product features and backlog. Estimate resource requirements, acquire them effectively, and manage efficiently. Provide project updates to stakeholders as required. Create and maintain detailed product documentation. Prepare go‑to‑market content and assist with the development of sales collateral for solutions/products under your control. Undertake risk management to minimize potential risks. Ensure project delivery is on time, within scope, and within the allocated budget. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Experience working within Agile Software Development frameworks and teams, including Scrum. Experience with product management, including roadmap and feature development. BS in Engineering or equivalent education/experience. 5+ years of related work experience. Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. Currently holds an active U.S. national security clearance or can obtain and maintain one. Preferred Qualifications Experience with PLM (PTC Windchill and/or Siemens Teamcenter) implementations, data migrations, or enhancement projects. Prior experience working as a consultant with a partner organization of PTC and/or Siemens. Experience working with products that incorporate AI/ML technologies. Experience working within the aerospace and defense industry. Experience with cloud computing infrastructure or development (e.g., AWS, Azure). Experience using the Atlassian suite tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket). Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Position is hybrid located in St. Paul, MN; fully remote candidates may be considered with increased travel expectations. Travel may be required to 10% of work time. Hybrid work arrangements are strongly preferred to support regular in‑person collaboration with program and project teams. Fully remote candidates may still be considered; remote employees should expect increased travel requirements to support onsite team engagement. Clearance Requirements Some positions will require access to U.S. National Security information. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and either currently possess National Security eligibility or be able to complete the investigation application process with a favorable determination and maintain that eligibility throughout employment. Pay & Benefits The pay range for this role is: 130,277 - 162,778 USD per year (Remote – United States) Benefits include: Paid Time Off Paid Company Holidays Optional HSA and FSA Base and Voluntary Life Insurance Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Matching Employee Assistance Program #J-18808-Ljbffr