Principal Research Scientist II, S3

University of Alabama in Huntsville; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama in Huntsville is seeking a Windchill System Administrator to support the Army and the UAH RENEGADE Team. The role focuses on system administration, security, and compliance across Windchill environments.

The ideal candidate brings 3.5+ years PDMLink experience, Windows-based Apache/STIG expertise, and strong MS SQL Server skills, with DoD 8570 ready credentials or the ability to obtain Security+ within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or professional equivalent with 18-21 months (1.5-1.75 years) of full-time work experience.
• 3.5+ years experience with Windchill PDMLink (v11.x–13.x) installation, configuration, and upgrades.
• Specialized experience managing Apache HTTP Server on Windows.
• Proficiency in MS SQL Server administration, including maintenance, performance tuning, and SQL scripting.
• Experience integrating Windchill with LDAP (OpenLDAP, OUD, etc.) and tuning Java/JVM Method Server settings.
• Direct experience applying DISA STIGs to Windows Server, Apache, MS SQL Server, and Windchill application layers.
• Proficiency using SCAP Compliance Checker and STIG Viewer for vulnerability remediation.
• Candidates must possess a current Security+ certification or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment to meet DoD 8570/8140 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide Windchill system administration support to the Army and the UAH RENEGADE Team.
• Provide security and compliance management to the Windchill system team.
• Mentor more junior level staff regarding system admin and STIG compliance.

Skills

Windchill PDMLink

Security+ certification

LDAP integration

SCAP Compliance Checker

STIG Viewer

Java/JVM tuning

Apache HTTP Server (Windows)

MS SQL Server administration

PowerShell scripting

Shibboleth / SAML

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent

Job description

Job no: 503849
Department: Systems Management & Production Center
Work type: Staff Full-time Exempt
Location: Alabama
Categories: Research - Engineering

Purpose of the Position:

Provide Windchill system administration support to the Army and the UAH RENEGADE Team.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide Windchill system administration support to the Army and the UAH RENEGADE Team.
• Provide security and compliance management to the Windchill system team.
• Mentor more junior level staff regarding system admin and STIG compliance.

Ph.D. or professional equivalent with 18 - 21 months (1.5 - 1.75 years) of full-time work experience.
3.5+ years experience with Windchill PDMLink (v11.x–13.x) installation, configuration, and upgrades.
Specialized experience managing Apache HTTP Server on Windows.
Proficiency in MS SQL Server administration, including maintenance, performance tuning, and SQL scripting.
Experience integrating Windchill with LDAP (OpenLDAP, OUD, etc.) and tuning Java/JVM Method Server settings.
Direct experience applying DISA STIGs to Windows Server, Apache, MS SQL Server, and Windchill application layers.
Proficiency using SCAP Compliance Checker and STIG Viewer for vulnerability remediation.
Candidates must possess a current Security+ certification or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment to meet DoD 8570/8140 requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Ph.D. or professional equivalent with 18 - 21 months (1.5 - 1.75 years) of full-time work experience. Experience with Shibboleth, SAML, or Federated Identity solutions.
• Scripting expertise in PowerShell for log management and automated system health checks. Experience working in a Classified DoD environment. Windchill Business Administration experience (policy management, account management, etc.)

Published Salary (if available)

$100,328 - $120,000

Advertised

May 19 2026 Central Daylight Time

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The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.