Sr. Specialist, Application Developer

L3Harris Technologies; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr Specialist, Application Developer for Palm Bay, FL. This role maintains PLM solutions (Oracle Agile PLM and PTC Windchill), installs and upgrades software, troubleshoots issues, and ensures data integrity and security.

Travel approximately 10% and Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance are required. The position emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable PLM capabilities while upholding security and compliance standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6+ years of related experience; or Graduate Degree with 4+ years.
• Active TS/SCI with poly clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• 4+ years Linux/Windows system administration experience.
• 1+ year Oracle Agile PLM and PTC Windchill experience.
• Experience with PLM modules PC/PQM and Windchill components.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production and non-production PLM environments, including upgrades and security.
• Install, configure, and upgrade PLM software; troubleshoot system issues.
• Monitor solution performance and ensure data integrity/backup.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business needs.
• Document configurations, procedures, and policies; support PLM testing and outages.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Security+

Documentation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Graduate Degree

Tools

Linux (CLI)

Windows System Administration

Oracle Agile PLM

PTC Windchill

Oracle Database

Microsoft SQL Server

Web/Application Servers (Apache Tomcat/WebLogic)

Java REST API

Backup & Recovery

VMware ESXI

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Sr Specialist, Application Developer

Job Code: 43883

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL (On-Site)

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description

Responsible for managing and maintaining the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions including Oracle Agile PLM and PTC Windchill to ensure their optimal performance and availability. This role involves installing, configuring, and upgrading software, as well as troubleshooting and resolving any system issues that arise. The administrator also monitors solution performance, implements security measures, and ensures data integrity and backup procedures are in place. Additionally, they collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the solutions continue to provide required business capabilities. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential for this role to ensure the solution meets the organization's needs and operates efficiently.

Essential Functions

• Maintain production and non-production PLM Solution environments, including upgrades, including the following:
  • Linux system administration.
  • Web/Application Server Management.
  • PLM specific Oracle Agile PLM and PTC Windchill.
  • Database Management (Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server).
  • Networking.
  • Security.
• Ability to maintain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility
• Must be available to travel :10% of the time
• Maintain a CompTIA Security+ certification
• Troubleshooting and Support of:
  • Oracle Agile PLM and PTC Windchill support and maintenance tasks.
  • Analyzing logs, system performance metrics, and Stack Trace Information
• Documentation and Communication:
  • Document system configurations, procedures, and policies.
  • Collaborate with other IT teams and end-users.
• Project Management:
  • Use basic project management skills to handle PLM-related projects and tasks.
  • Use agile software lifecycle management methodologies and principles support PLM continuous development activities.
  • Coordinate PLM Solution testing efforts
  • Coordinate planned and unplanned system outages

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Active TS/SCI with poly clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills

• 4 years’ experience with Linux or Windows system administration or similar:
  • Proficiency in Linux command-line interface (CLI).
  • Knowledge of Linux file system, user and group management, and permissions.
  • Experience with shell scripting for automation and task management.
  • Familiarity with system monitoring and performance tuning.
• 4 years’ experience with Web/Application Server Management:
  • Experience with web/application servers such as Apache Tomcat and WebLogic.
  • Configuration and management of these servers for hosting PLM Solutions.
• 1 year experience with Database Management:
  • Experience with Oracle databases and Microsoft SQL Server databases
  • Using SQL for database querying and management.
• 1 year experience with Networking:
  • Basic understanding of network protocols and configurations.
  • Knowledge of firewall and security settings on Linux.
• 1 year experience with Security:
  • Implementation of security best practices for Linux servers.
  • Experience with SSL/TLS certificates and encryption.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• 2 years experience with Oracle Agile PLM and PTC Windchill:
  • Understanding of architecture and components.
  • Experience with installation, configuration, upgrades, and user management.
  • Knowledge of Agile PLM modules such as Product Collaboration (PC) and Product Quality Management (PQM).
  • Knowledge of Windchill capabilities, Workgroup Manager, integrated CAD, Apache Solr, Thingworx, etc.
• 1 year experience using Backup and Recovery methods:
  • Knowledge of backup and recovery strategies for Linux servers, Oracle Agile PLM software, PTC Windchill software, Oracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, and Hypervisors such as VMWare ESXI.
  • Experience with tools and scripts for automating backup processes.
• 1 year experience performing Integration and Customization activities:
  • Understanding of PLM software APIs and integration points.
  • Basic and Working Knowledge of Oracle Java
  • Custom Code Deployment and Configuration Java (JARs and WARs)
  • Custom Code Deployment and Configuration Oracle Database (Schema and PL/SQL)
  • Managing and Administering REST API endpoints

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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