Manager, Engineering IT Systems (PLM)

Woodward Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Parental leave

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Job summary

Woodward Inc. is seeking a senior IT/Engineering Systems leader to guide a high-performing team supporting engineering software applications.

The role focuses on strategy, enterprise adoption of IT platforms, and collaboration with engineering leadership to align technology investments with company goals. You will drive digital thread connectivity across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and other functions, oversee operations and security, and manage complex programs from planning to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS/Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in IT and engineering system management.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of administrators and analysts supporting engineering software applications.
• Lead strategy, roadmap, selection, and enterprise adoption of engineering IT platforms.
• Partner with Engineering and business leadership to align technology investments with goals.
• Drive implementation and integration of engineering systems for digital thread connectivity.
• Ensure operational excellence by overseeing system performance, security, and deployments.
• Lead complex programs from requirements to change management and delivery.
• Build relationships with vendors, Sourcing, Legal, and IT teams.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Technology Vision

Engineering Systems

Program & Project Mgmt

Change Management

Stakeholder Influence

Leadership & Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in CS/IS/Engineering

Tools

PLM

CAD

Simulation

MBE/MBd

AI/ML & Cloud

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated annual base pay: $142,000(minimum) - $177,000(midpoint) - $213,000(maximum) **This position follows a hybrid schedule, with onsite work required on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and remote work on Tuesdays and Fridays** All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

Benefits

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.


• 401(k) match (4.5%)


• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)


• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members


• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays


• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire


• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave


• Paid parental leave


• Adoption Assistance


• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits


• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life


• Member referral bonus


• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care


• Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of administrators and analysts supporting engineering software applications, driving accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement while ensuring internal customer needs are met, complex business challenges are resolved, and team members are supported in their professional growth and career development


• Lead the strategy, roadmap, selection, and enterprise adoption of engineering IT platforms, including PLM, CAD, simulation, MBE/MBD, and related technologies.


• Partner with Engineering and business leadership to align technology investments with organizational goals and establish standardized tools, processes, and data practices.


• Drive implementation and integration of engineering systems to enable digital thread connectivity, data reuse, and seamless data flow across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and other enterprise functions.


• Ensure operational excellence by overseeing system performance, availability, security, compliance, software deployments, integrations, and ongoing support.


• Lead complex programs and projects, including requirements gathering, planning, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management, implementation, upgrades, and change management.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, consultants, Sourcing, Legal, and IT teams, including contract management, SLA oversight, software licensing, and compliance audits.


• Lead and develop cross-functional teams, driving accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, stakeholder alignment, and adoption of new technologies and processes.

Key Skills

• Strategic Leadership & Technology Vision: Ability to develop and execute technology strategies that align engineering systems and investments with long-term business objectives.


• Engineering Systems Expertise: Strong knowledge of PLM, CAD, simulation, MBE/MBD, HPC, digital thread, and emerging technologies such as AI/ML, digital twins, and cloud solutions.


• Program & Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex initiatives, including scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, dependencies, and deliverables using Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or similar methodologies.


• Change Management & Transformation: Ability to lead digital transformation, drive adoption of new tools and processes, address resistance to change, and guide organizations through technology transitions.


• Stakeholder Communication & Influence: Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts, build consensus, manage expectations, and influence technical and executive stakeholders.


• Leadership, Collaboration & Problem-Solving: Ability to lead and develop high-performing cross-functional teams, resolve conflicts, make sound decisions, troubleshoot complex issues, and manage competing priorities.


• Continuous Improvement & Industry Knowledge: Ability to optimize processes and operations while applying relevant engineering standards and frameworks, including ISO 10303 (STEP), ASME Y14.41, ITAR, and GDPR.

Successful candidates typically have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline


• Project management experience


• 5+ years of experience in IT and engineering system management


• 3+ years of leadership or management experience, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams

Application window is anticipated to close 14 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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What does it mean to be part of Woodward?

It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets.

Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world.

Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments.

At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member.

We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future.

Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges.

This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more.

We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.