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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Chief Solution Architect/PLM Strategist - **Company:** Sabel Systems - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Data Governance, Systems Architecture, Digital Twin, Data Strategy, Information Technology, Data Management, Teamcenter (Software) - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9115103/chief-solution-architectplm-strategist ## About the Role * 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.S. Air Force organizations. ## Description * 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. Align the PLM roadmap with Air Force priorities and 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., * Bias for Action: Decisive. Purposeful. Agile. We move with the speed of relevance to drive impact and progress. * Integrity: Respect. 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