LiftSystem Design Integration Engineer

LiftSystem System Design Integration (SDI) Engineer

Indianapolis, IN

A new opportunity has arisen for a System Design Integration Engineer. As an SDI engineer you will have a sound knowledge of systems engineering and robust design tools and techniques. You will be responsible for and have knowledge in: problem resolution, defining requirements; designing and integrating products, systems & product systems; performing technical analysis; verifying products, systems and components throughout the product lifecycle. The successful candidate will contribute to the LiftSystem program through new product introduction of the on-going Block 5 redesign while also supporting current production, design improvement projects, and engineering investigations.

Innovate & Power the World

At Rolls-Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer, and more competitive power.

We deliver the best jet engines in the world. Through intelligent innovation and active collaboration, we’re putting our customers at the forefront of the aviation industry - and we keep them there. Our product portfolio powers more than 35 types of commercial aircraft, and with over 13,000 engines in-service around the world - we’re keeping the world flying.

Rolls-Royce is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. You can learn more here.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead, influence interdisciplinary teams, technologists, and coordinate with subsystem teams to solve complex problems and deliver system solutions for the complete LiftSystem.
• Coordinate activities across stakeholders to define, manage and meet interdependencies between subsystems to meet requirements
• Coordinate whole engine analyses including Structural System Design, Thermofluids, Controls & Monitoring, Platform Installation, and Integration
• Represents the propulsion systems function to Rolls-Royce customers and provides technical support/analysis supporting product development through all design phases (new engine development through fleet support)
• Progress system through gated reviews.  Support or lead risk assessments, flight clearance reviews, safety reviews, product certification, test planning and technical audits from a functional aspect
• The ability to deal with ambiguity, take decisions and make recommendations with minimal data is a key skill, as is the ability to quickly understand the key technical issues in potentially complex technical problems on unfamiliar subjects

Basic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of related experience OR;
• A Masters degree in Engineering
• In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be a US Citizen or permanent resident.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with analytical and modelling software such as ANSYS, JMP, NX, and Teamcenter
• Programming skills such as Visual Basic, Matlab, Python, PERL, C++
• Experience with Control system hardware or with Performance methods or tools
• Analytical ability to deal with challenging engineering problems and to determine root cause and corrective action
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment; willingness to accept responsibility and take initiative
• Ability to plan and coordinate assigned work with other groups and drive to finish assigned tasks on schedule
• Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

Our People are our Power

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realize their full potential.

You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here.

At Rolls-Royce we embrace workplace flexibility. Our teams work in onsite, hybrid and remote work environments based on work and personal requirements. The specific arrangements vary from team to team. Please ask us about how we work on this team.

Relocation assistance may be available.

Close Date: November 15, 2024

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.