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Super Systems Inc
Chief Solutions Architect
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A Solutions or Application Architect develops and defines the technical architecture for a software application, duties include developing new applications, creating prototypes, running tests, and writing documentation.
$153,434 / year median in Utah
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Job Requirements Hill AFB, UT Secret Polygraph not specified Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience) $200,000
- $250,000
Job Description Top Skillsets:
- Must have PLM
- Program Lifecycle Management experience.
- Teams Center experience
- Siemens Teamcenter is the most popular PLM tool but the following alternatives will be considered for this role PTC Windchill, ENOVIA, Aras Innovator, SAP PLM, and Oracle Fusion Cloud PLM.
- Must have strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
- Understanding of the DoD Acquisition Process
- MBSE or another form of Digital Engineering experience is highly desired Description What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain the AF-PLM enterprise architecture while ensuring alignment with the Air Force Data Strategy.
- Define and drive a comprehensive Air Force level PLM strategy that enables digital thread capabilities, an authoritative source of truth (ASOT), and full lifecycle data management across Air Force systems and platforms.
- Guide integration strategies that connect PLM solutions with enterprise systems while ensuring compliance with DoD open system architecture principles.
- Translate operational and acquisition needs into PLM system capabilities that support readiness, cost reduction, and modernization objectives.
AFMC / SAF-AQ
initiatives.- Serve as a principal advisor to senior stakeholders across SAF-AQ, AFLCMC, AFNWC, AFSC, and industry partners. Lead cross-functional collaboration across engineering, acquisition, and sustainment communities.
- Evaluate emerging technologies such as AI/ML, semantic data models, and digital twin frameworks for potential incorporation into the PLM ecosystem. Represent AF-PLM at industry, academic, and DoD forums.
- Serve as the technical and strategic leader responsible for designing, aligning, and delivering the architectural vision of the AF-PLM enterprise.
- Drive alignment with DoD digital engineering and data-centric acquisition priorities while advancing scalable, interoperable PLM solutions across Air Force acquisition, sustainment, and operational communities. Qualifications Required
- U.S. Citizen with an Active DoD Secret security clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret
- Master's degree in systems engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree with equivalent experience.
- Ability to work onsite 2-3 days a week at either Wright Patterson or Hill AFB
- 12+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, PLM implementation, and digital engineering within a defense environment.
- Deep knowledge of DoD acquisition frameworks, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and Siemens Teamcenter PLM.
- Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise-level digital thread and data governance initiatives.
- Familiarity with Air Force mission systems and lifecycle sustainment environments.
- Strong Interpersonal Skills. Preferred
- Institute of Configuration Management CMII certification or similar credential.
- Siemens Teamcenter Professional Certification.
- Program/Project Management or Agile certification.
- Experience supporting AF-PLM or major USAF / DoD / OEM digital transformation initiatives.
- Prior experience supporting AFLCMC, AFNWC, or similar U.