Altium Administrator

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 102,600 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Health benefits

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks an experienced Altium CAD Administrator and Librarian to manage Altium Enterprise Server infrastructure and the component library. You will ensure data integrity, enable cross‑team access, and optimize library workflows.

Responsibilities include maintaining servers, configuring access controls, auditing libraries, enforcing naming standards, and integrating PLM/ERP data.

Qualifications

• 5+ years with Altium Designer and Altium Enterprise Server.
• Strong knowledge of electronic component library structures, including symbols, footprints, and 3D models.
• Solid understanding of database structures and experience with database links.
• Proven experience managing and auditing component libraries.
• Excellent documentation skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Altium Enterprise Server infrastructure.
• Configure user access rights and security protocols.
• Manage backups, disaster recovery procedures, and system updates.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Coordinate with IT on server hardware, network, and security.
• Develop and maintain central component library database.
• Enforce library standards and naming conventions.
• Audit components for accuracy and compliance.
• Review and approve new component requests.
• Ensure data integrity for symbols, footprints, 3D models, and data.
• Manage component lifecycle and obsolescence tracking.
• Design and maintain database structures for component data management.
• Configure and optimize database links between Altium and PLM/ERP systems.
• Create automated data synchronization processes.
• Develop queries and reports for usage analysis and library metrics.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and data integrity issues.
• Create and maintain library documentation.
• Develop training materials and conduct user training.
• Provide technical support to engineering teams on Altium and library issues.
• Document integration workflows and system dependencies.

Skills

Altium Experience

Library Administration

Documentation

Communication

Analytical Skills

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems

Database administration certification

Librarian or data management experience

Tools

OrCAD

PADS

Eagle

KiCAD

Digi-Key API

Mouser API

Octopart API

SiliconExpert API

IPC-2581

Job description

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Altium CAD Administrator and Librarian to manage our Altium Enterprise Server infrastructure and component library systems. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity, accessibility, and efficiency of our electronic design data and component management processes across multiple platforms and systems.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Altium Enterprise Server Management

• Administer and maintain Altium Enterprise Server infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and availability
• Configure user access rights, permissions, and role‑based security protocols
• Manage server backups, disaster recovery procedures, and system updates
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot technical issues
• Coordinate with IT department on server hardware, network, and security requirements

Component Library Management

• Develop, maintain, and optimize the central component library database
• Create and enforce component library standards and naming conventions
• Audit existing components for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards
• Review and approve new component requests from engineering teams
• Ensure component data integrity including symbols, footprints, 3D models, and parametric data
• Manage component lifecycle including obsolescence tracking and alternative part recommendations

Database Administration

• Design and maintain database structures for component and design data management
• Configure and optimize database links between Altium and external data sources (PLM, ERP, supplier databases)
• Create and maintain automated data synchronization processes
• Develop database queries and reports for component usage analysis and library metrics
• Troubleshoot database connectivity and data integrity issues

Documentation and Training

• Create and maintain documentation for library standards, processes, and procedures
• Develop training materials and conduct user training sessions on library usage and best practices
• Provide technical support to engineering teams on Altium Enterprise Server and library‑related issues
• Document integration workflows and system dependencies for cross‑platform environments

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Altium Experience: 5+ years working with Altium Designer and Altium Enterprise Server
• Component Libraries: Strong knowledge of electronic component library structures, including symbols, footprints, 3D models, and parametric data
• Database Understanding: Solid understanding of database structures and experience working with database links
• Library Administration: Proven experience managing and auditing component libraries
• Technical Documentation: Excellent documentation skills with attention to detail

Technical Skills

• Server administration experience (Windows/Linux environments)
• Understanding of PLM/ERP systems and their integration with design tools
• Knowledge of IPC standards and PCB design best practices
• Familiarity with version control concepts and implementation
• Experience with data mapping and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes
• Understanding of CAD data formats and file structures (SchLib, PcbLib, STEP, IPC‑2581, etc.)
• Knowledge of industry standard component databases and their APIs (Digi‑Key, Mouser, Octopart, SiliconExpert)
• Experience with middleware or integration platforms is a plus

Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration
• Ability to establish and enforce standards and procedures
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills
• Self‑motivated with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Team player with customer service mindset
• Adaptability to work with evolving tool ecosystems

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• Electronics industry experience and understanding of component specifications
• Hands‑on experience with other CAD tools (OrCAD, PADS, Eagle, KiCAD, or similar)
• Experience with component supplier databases and aggregator APIs
• Knowledge of compliance requirements (RoHS, REACH, conflict minerals)
• Experience with IPC‑2581, ODB++, or other neutral CAD data formats
• Certification in database administration or server management
• Previous experience in a librarian or data management role
• Experience with PLM systems (Arena, Windchill, Teamcenter, Aras, etc.)
• Understanding of microservices architecture and system integration patterns
• Scripting capabilities (PowerShell, Python, or similar) for automation tasks and data transformation

US Salary Range: $129,000 – $171,000 USD. Actual salary may vary based on experience, education, and business considerations. Equity grants are included with full‑time offers. The company offers competitive health, recovery, and other benefits to eligible employees.