CAD/PLM Master Specialist

CAD/PLM Master Specialist - Maritime Engineering Integration

Location: On-site (U.S. Citizenship Required)

Company: Munro Defense

Clearance: Must currently hold or be eligible for a DoD security clearance

About Munro Defense

Munro Defense delivers cutting-edge engineering consulting services to transform how complex defense and maritime platforms are designed, integrated, and built. Our expertise in Lean Design, DFM/DFA, and engineering benchmarking helps reduce lifecycle costs, streamline digital environments, and enable smarter, more agile decision-making across the design-to-production pipeline.

We are supporting a major digital engineering initiative focused on modernizing CAD/PLM tools and integration strategies across the U.S. maritime sector, with a specific emphasis on advancing digital thread enablement and cost-effective shipyard production.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced CAD/PLM Master Specialist to lead both the technical and strategic components of this effort. This role is ideal for someone who operates comfortably at the intersection of digital engineering, enterprise tool evaluation, and real-world production integration within a maritime or large-scale manufacturing environment.

You will conduct a detailed assessment of CAD and PLM solutions used across the shipbuilding industry, analyzing interoperability, scalability, and alignment with lean manufacturing and systems lifecycle goals. You'll also collaborate directly with major shipbuilders and government stakeholders to recommend and support the deployment of modern, integrated digital toolchains.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a full-scope CAD/PLM market study, evaluating tool capabilities, industry adoption trends, and alignment with complex maritime engineering practices

Assess commercial CAD/PLM platforms for compatibility with defense acquisition requirements and model-based engineering workflows

Collaborate with shipbuilders, engineering teams, and acquisition stakeholders to identify digital integration gaps and develop actionable strategies

Create benchmarking reports, evaluation matrices, and implementation roadmaps to guide enterprise-level CAD/PLM tool adoption

Provide architectural recommendations around PLM frameworks, data governance, and digital twin/digital thread concepts

Support testbed initiatives or pilot projects to validate CAD/PLM integration in real-world production and design environments

Partner with engineering and IT teams to ensure tools support DFM/DFA, lean product development, and full lifecycle cost-efficiency Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

5-10+ years of experience working with CAD/PLM systems in large-scale engineering or manufacturing programs

Deep technical knowledge of platforms such as Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill, Dassault ENOVIA, NX, CATIA, Creo, or equivalent

Proven track record conducting tool benchmarking, system evaluations, or enterprise integration efforts in defense, aerospace, shipbuilding, or heavy industry

Strong ability to bridge technical requirements with strategic business needs and present findings to senior stakeholders

Familiarity with shipyard operations, digital manufacturing methods, or acquisition program requirements

U.S. citizenship required; must hold or be eligible for a DoD clearance Preferred Experience

Experience integrating CAD/PLM systems into regulated or defense-aligned production environments

Familiarity with military digital engineering standards (e.g., MIL-STD-31000B) or government-led digital transformation initiatives

Background in systems engineering, configuration/data management, or lifecycle integration programs

Prior collaboration with shipyards, integrators, or program offices on digital toolchain modernization Benefits Overview:

Competitive compensation and benefits

Paid time off including vacation days and holidays

Healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance plans

Munro & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Munro & Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.