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NFF is an ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015 certified company. Our expertise includes solutions for: Artificial Intelligence Enablement Data Center & Cloud Intelligent Networks Secure, Connected IoT Technologies Professional and Managed Services Workforce Solutions Zero Trust Strategies NFF leverages a strategic portfolio of over 200 industry-leading technology brands to deliver precisely tailored solutions that align with each client's unique requirements and mission objectives. NFF is a Cisco Gold Integrator Partner, Splunk Partner, Arista Partner, Cohesity Partner, Apptega Partner, NetApp Gold Partner, VMware Enterprise Partner, Alloterra Labs Partner, Axis Communications Partner, Asimily Partner, Signify Partner, Rapid7 Partner, Foresite Partner, Arctic Wolf Partner, Microsoft Certified Silver Partner, and Dell Solution Provider Partner. NFF also holds GSA Schedule 47QTCA21D0047 and many other government contract vehicles.

Senior Application Architect

Location

United States

Posted

90 days ago

Salary

$80K - $110K / year

Seniority

Senior

Job Description

Senior Application Architect

NFF

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description NFF is seeking an Application Systems Architect with hands-on experience designing, configuring, and supporting PTC Windchill Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) within a complex enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong application architecture skills, experience with Windchill workflows and lifecycle configuration, and a deep understanding of engineering change management, configuration management, and engineering data structures. This role will partner closely with Engineering, Maintenance, information technology (IT), and Configuration Management teams to ensure that the Windchill platform aligns with the Enterprise Architecture Framework, adheres to the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) standards, and integrates effectively with related enterprise systems including Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Enterprise Response Planning (ERP), identity management, and reporting platforms. - Designing and documenting Windchill architecture, object models, integrations, and lifecycle/workflow configurations. - Performing gap analyses and defining solution approaches for new Windchill capabilities or enhancements. - Supporting engineering change management (CR/CN) processes and configuration management (CM) workflows. - Leading the architectural planning of Windchill upgrades, module deployments, and integrations with CAD, ERP, and identity management systems. - Creating architecture artifacts such as interface specifications, system connectivity diagrams, and PLM data models. - Reviewing technical designs, verifying architectural compliance, and coordinating development activities. - Providing technical leadership to analysts, developers, and integration staff supporting Windchill. - Supporting troubleshooting efforts requiring architecture-level analysis (object structure issues, workflow errors, integration failures, etc.). - Architecting Windchill modules, object types, lifecycles, workflows, and system integrations. - Documenting Windchill PLM architecture, including WTPart structures, EPM Document relationships, Change Objects, and CAD/ERP integration flows. - Designing migration, staging, and upgrading paths for Windchill deployments. - Ensuring alignment of Windchill data models and workflows with engineering change management and configuration management requirements. - Coordinating with CAD, ERP, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure integrated, enterprise-wide system behavior. - Applying concepts of application architecture and service orientation to assist customer teams responsible for developing application requirements in specific functional areas. - Coordinating work to prevent overlapping and ensure alignment with the Enterprise Architecture (EA) Framework, IT strategy, SDLC, strategic drivers, and standards. - Applying gap analysis techniques to define the nature and extent of application scope changes and communicate business cases to decision makers. - Preparing as-is and to-be application architecture artifacts, including system connect diagrams, application reference models, software requirements documents, interface descriptions, data dictionaries, and application staging plans. - Working with data and infrastructure architects and software program managers to ensure integrity of application systems and plans with overall Enterprise Architecture (EA). - Providing input into the deliverables of the business analysts and documentation specialists. Qualifications - Experience designing workflows, lifecycles, object models, and integrations within Windchill. - Experience with engineering change management and configuration management processes. - Experience architecting or supporting Windchill PLM in an enterprise environment. - Experience documenting PLM data flows, integration points, and solution architectures. - Exceptional application architecture, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), and software development skills. - Strong analytical, verbal communication, and written communication skills. - Experience using Microsoft (MS) Visio or other visualization tools to document application architecture. - Experience using MS Excel to perform basic software requirements documentation. - Familiarity with MS Word and PowerPoint. - Experience coordinating software requirements and working with development teams. - Proven ability to plan and deploy commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and middleware application programs and process improvements. - Experience managing teams of programmers for the deployment of large government multi-agency applications. - Experience performing the application architecture function from conception to deployment for large enterprise solutions. - Experience with administration or architecture of technologies such as message-oriented middleware, composite applications, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), Master Data Management (MDB), Enterprise Mashups, or Business Process Management (BPM). - Experience using an EA repository such as Telelogic, Metis, or Abacus. Requirements - Experience architecting integrations between Windchill and CAD or ERP systems. - Experience supporting Windchill upgrades, module deployments, or multi-system environments. - Formal training in organizational development, systems analysis, group facilitation, or requirements analysis. - Experience in the transit industry. - Experience integrating four (4) or more legacy applications across J2EE, .NET, or mainframe environments. - At least three (3) years managing applications for middleware platforms (Oracle Fusion, Azure, WebSphere, SeeBeyond, BizTalk). - Experience planning identity management integrations in enterprise architectures. - Experience deploying BPM or workflow engine solutions in large-scale enterprise environments. Benefits - Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account - STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D - Comprehensive 401k plan - Paid Time Off Company Description NFF is a Washington, DC based company offering a performance-focused approach to delivering transformational IT business solutions. We take pride in keeping users productive and engaged by providing business and IT teams with the solutions they need to improve their performance in a dynamic, connected world. - NFF is the only Cisco Gold Partner headquartered in the District of Columbia with Advanced Specializations in all major IT disciplines. - NFF holds key strategic partnerships with VMware, NetApp, Microsoft, Riverbed, Splunk and many System Integrators. - NFF is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company. - NFF has been ranked in Inc. Magazine's 500/5000 Fastest Growing Companies list since 2007. - We offer expert solutions relevant to: Network Infrastructures, Data Center & Cloud, Network & Endpoint Security, Application Assurance, Collaboration & Mobility and Staff Augmentation.

Job Requirements

  • Experience designing workflows, lifecycles, object models, and integrations within Windchill.
  • Experience with engineering change management and configuration management processes.
  • Experience architecting or supporting Windchill PLM in an enterprise environment.
  • Experience documenting PLM data flows, integration points, and solution architectures.
  • Exceptional application architecture, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), and software development skills.
  • Strong analytical, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
  • Experience using Microsoft (MS) Visio or other visualization tools to document application architecture.
  • Experience using MS Excel to perform basic software requirements documentation.
  • Familiarity with MS Word and PowerPoint.
  • Experience coordinating software requirements and working with development teams.
  • Proven ability to plan and deploy commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and middleware application programs and process improvements.
  • Experience managing teams of programmers for the deployment of large government multi-agency applications.
  • Experience performing the application architecture function from conception to deployment for large enterprise solutions.
  • Experience with administration or architecture of technologies such as message-oriented middleware, composite applications, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), Master Data Management (MDB), Enterprise Mashups, or Business Process Management (BPM).
  • Experience using an EA repository such as Telelogic, Metis, or Abacus.
  • Experience architecting integrations between Windchill and CAD or ERP systems.
  • Experience supporting Windchill upgrades, module deployments, or multi-system environments.
  • Formal training in organizational development, systems analysis, group facilitation, or requirements analysis.
  • Experience in the transit industry.
  • Experience integrating four (4) or more legacy applications across J2EE, .NET, or mainframe environments.
  • At least three (3) years managing applications for middleware platforms (Oracle Fusion, Azure, WebSphere, SeeBeyond, BizTalk).
  • Experience planning identity management integrations in enterprise architectures.
  • Experience deploying BPM or workflow engine solutions in large-scale enterprise environments.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
  • STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
  • Comprehensive 401k plan
  • Paid Time Off

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