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3DX System Administrator

Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation
United States, Virginia, Manassas
9950 Wakeman Drive (Show on map)
Dec 15, 2025
3DX System Administrator Position Overview At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated 3DX System Administrator to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Responsibilities This position requires deep expertise in Enovia 3DEXPERIENCE, CATIA, and related engineering platforms, serving as a technical expert, process owner, and strategic leader for the company's CAD and PLM systems. In this role, you will work with other System Administrators to oversee the administration, maintenance, and optimization of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform with a strong focus on Enovia PLM infrastructure. You will ensure system integrity, troubleshoot complex issues to maintain stability, and proactively optimize performance to align engineering operations with business goals. Additionally, you will lead solution design initiatives, data modeling, and system integration efforts to support an enterprise-wide PLM transformation. Key responsibilities include: System Administration and Configuration: -Administer and maintain PLM and CAD/PDM systems, including platforms such as 3DEXPERIENCE, CATIA V5, and SolidWorks, ensuring optimal system performance and integration. -Configure and customize 3DEXPERIENCE functionalities, including BOM management, structure synchronization, Collaboration Space architecture, and system workflows. -Manage user access, workflows, permissions, and data standards to ensure compliance, security, and system integrity. -Work collaboratively with IT to design scalable and integrated PLM architectures that support enterprise-wide engineering and production workflows. Process Development and Standardization: -Establish and enforce company-wide PLM and CAD standards, including file naming conventions, revision management, and design documentation practices. -Collaborate across engineering disciplines to align workflows, optimize processes, and ensure outputs are production-ready. -Develop and deliver training / guidance material on CAD/PLM systems, change management processes, and best practices to ensure system adoption and consistency. -Provide technical support for CAD/PLM system issues, troubleshooting workflows, data management, and modeling challenges. -Automate processes and implement scripts to streamline workflows, increase efficiency, and minimize downtime. -Maintain documentation, perform validation testing, and ensure system updates maintain reliability and functionality. Minimum Requirements -Must be US Person -Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (Master's preferred) or equivalent years of experience. -4+ years of experience in PLM/CAD system administration, including platforms like 3DEXPERIENCE, CATIA V5, and SolidWorks. -Proficiency in configuring and customizing 3DEXPERIENCE functionalities, including BOM management and workflows. -Strong knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and their integration with PLM systems. -Hands-on expertise with scripting and automation tools (e.g., MQL, TCL, Python) to optimize system workflows. Preferred Requirements -Industry experience in aerospace, automotive, or other complex engineering domains preferred. Physical Requirements -Ability to travel 10% of the time Salary Range (Annualized USD) Minimum Range: $83,000.00 to $148,000.00 Maximum Range: $101,000.00 to $179,000.00 Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora's innovation is combined with Boeing's size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems. Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.