Sam NicklausPLM Consultant & Defense Systems Specialist
Delivering enterprise Teamcenter solutions across the full PLM stack — from BMIDE data modeling and Active Workspace customization to workflow automation and CI/CD pipeline architecture. Trusted by defense programs to build secure, scalable systems that work in mission-critical environments. ASEP & CompTIA Security+ certified.
Full-Stack PLM.
I approach PLM through the lens of the Digital Thread and Model-Based Systems Engineering — ensuring that every configuration decision, workflow, and data model is built for long-term scalability, not just today's requirement.
PLM & Defense Systems
Leading Teamcenter RAC & Active Workspace customization for mission-critical USAF programs at Siemens Government Technologies — from BMIDE data modeling to full environment deployment.
Security & Compliance
CompTIA Security+ and ASEP certified, with hands-on experience building secure, high-availability PLM solutions that meet the rigorous compliance standards of regulated defense environments.
Engineering Foundation
BSE in Computer Science & Engineering from the University of Iowa — covering software architecture, web development, databases, algorithms, and object-oriented design. Currently pursuing an MS in Systems Engineering at Weber State University, with a focus on MBSE, digital engineering, systems architecture, requirements analysis, and verification & validation.
Skills & Tools
Focused on the tools and disciplines that drive enterprise PLM delivery in defense environments.
Siemens PLM Suite
PLM & Systems Engineering
Development & Customization
DevOps & Tooling
Defense & Compliance
Certifications
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA
License: NZR7YFT5Y1FEQ2KR · Expires Nov 2027
Associate Systems Engineering Professional
INCOSE
License: 301578 · Expires Dec 2030
Additionally certified by Siemens Digital Industries Software across the full Teamcenter & Active Workspace ecosystem:
Experience
Built across defense primes, aerospace contractors, and enterprise software — always at the intersection of systems and software.
Software Implementation Consultant — PLM Configuration Specialist
2+ Years in Defense PLMSiemens Government Technologies
Leading end-to-end Teamcenter PLM delivery for mission-critical U.S. Air Force programs. Work spans BMIDE data modeling, Active Workspace customization, workflow handler development in C++ and Perl, and CI/CD pipeline architecture using GitLab — reducing deployment cycles from 8 hours to under 60 minutes. Collaborates directly with Solutions Architects to translate complex defense requirements into functional specifications and enterprise-grade system designs.
Software Engineering Intern
Year long stint through their Mission Systems Business UnitCollins Aerospace
Developed multi-threaded file synchronization software deployed across 30+ machines and built internal web applications to improve management visibility and employee engagement. Led a critical server migration from local infrastructure to an off-site virtual machine and engineered automated inventory management tooling that streamlined warehouse operations.
Project Management Intern
Summer through the RTX Digital Leadership Development ProgramRaytheon (RTX)
Consolidated and restructured enterprise knowledge-base articles to improve organization-wide troubleshooting efficiency. Developed a Microsoft Outlook add-in that automated meeting detail population, reducing scheduling overhead for teams across the business unit.
Let's Work Together
Interested in consulting, collaboration, or just want to connect? Send me a message.