Working Pattern: Fulltime

Location: Indianapolis, IN

A new position has arisen for a Test Instrumentation Engineer - Technical Specialist.  This is an exciting opportunity to work on flagship Rolls-Royce programs and play a vital role in solving some of the most complex and interesting technological challenges in the industry while being part of a global team. 

As a Test Instrumentation Engineer – Technical Specialist you will be responsible for instrumentation design, program management, oversight of sensor application, sensor development and measurement technology ownership.  This is a dynamic hands on role with direct interface with the instrumentation lab, assembly floor and engine test teams.   

Key Accountabilities:

• To establish a test instrumentation plan within program requirements for sensor implementation on component, subsystem, and whole engine testing
• To communicate test instrumentation progress and plans to business programs as required
• To own the test instrumentation design, development, process for application, measurement technology and test data collection troubleshooting as required
• To assist with test article assembly and test stand installation processes for proper instrumentation routing and signal identification
• Write department procedures as necessary to improve efficiency and capture lessons learned, as well as help train and develop less experienced engineers
• Train and mentor others in instrumentation, special measurement equipment and other specialist areas
• Demonstrate expert understanding of instrumentation and special measurement equipment
• Influence internal and external stakeholders to develop effective solutions
• Define and implement best practices in instrumentation across the organization
• Solve complex and unique measurement challenges to drive product validation
• May travel for off-site instrumentation and test support and represent the company while working with the customer

Who we’re looking for:

At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related business field with 5+ years of experience in technical roles OR;
• Master’s degree in Engineering or related business field with 3+ years of experience in technical roles OR;
• PhD in Engineering or related business field
• In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires USA Citizenship

Preferred Requirements:

• Technical expertise with Instrumentation (i.e. pressure, strain, temperature)
• Mechanical design experience using computer aided tools such as NX
• Engineering testing experience in gas turbine systems
• Experience interfacing with customers on technical program issues
• Demonstrated project planning and management experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills including technical writing and presentations

Relocation assistance is available for this position if applicable.

What we offer:

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location.  It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement.  As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.