Rolls-Royce plc

Test Vehicle Engineer

Rolls-Royce plc$70K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 1 year of experience, or a Master's/PhD in Engineering.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for consideration.
  • Strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems.
  • Experience in data analysis and troubleshooting test systems.
  • Familiarity with advanced data acquisition techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute mechanical testing of subsystems and components.
  • Design and construct test setups for specified results.
  • Coordinate test readiness reviews and risk assessments.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain electro-mechanical test systems.
  • Perform data analysis and present results to stakeholders.
  • Manage calibration schedules and maintain facility assets.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package including base pay and bonuses.
  • Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid Time Off and certain paid holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and employee discounts.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Title: Test Vehicle Engineer

Working Pattern: Fulltime

Working location: Indianapolis, IN

We have an exciting opportunity as a Test Vehicle Engineer, where you will work with a team of test engineers to support subsystem and component testing. As a part of this role, you will plan design and execute subsystem level tests that support Rolls-Royce development programs.

What you will be doing

With this attractive opportunity you will get a chance to:
  • Plan and execute mechanical testing of subsystems and components
  • Design and construct test setups to achieve specified test results for customers
  • Coordinate test readiness reviews, risk assessments and data review sessions
  • Design, troubleshoot, and maintain complex electro-mechanical test systems, instrumentation, advanced data acquisition, and experimental test control systems
  • Perform data analysis for troubleshooting test systems and present results to internal and external customers
  • Manage facility assets and instrumentation, including tracking and coordinating calibration schedules and performing required periodic maintenance


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 with 1 year of engineering experience, OR
  • Master's degree in Engineering, OR
  • PhD in Engineering
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen in order to be eligible for consideration


Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience with LabView software
  • Familiarity with aerospace engines and engine controls technology


What we offer

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

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Close Date: June 30, 2026

Job Category

Validation and Verification

Job Posting Date

16 Jun 2026; 00:06

Pay Range

$70,629 - $105,943-Annually

Location:

West Lafayette, IN

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.

About Rolls-Royce plc

Rolls-Royce plc is a British multinational engineering company that designs, manufactures, and distributes power systems for aviation, marine, and energy markets. The company was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in London, England. Rolls-Royce is a leading provider of power systems for civil and military aircraft, and is also a major supplier of power systems for marine vessels. The company's energy division provides power systems for the oil and gas industry, as well as for power generation and other industrial applications. Rolls-Royce has operations in over 50 countries and employs over 50,000 people worldwide.
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