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Test Instrumentation Engineer
Indianapolis, IN
Competitive + excellent benefits
Rolls-Royce, a world-leading provider of power systems and services for use on land, at sea and in
the air, operates in four global markets - civil aerospace, defense aerospace, marine and energy. We
continue to invest in core technologies, products, people and capabilities with the objective of
broadening and strengthening the product portfolio, improving efficiency and enhancing the
environmental performance of its products.
The Test Instrumentation Engineer performs complex engineering work assignments involving
instrumentation of gas turbine engines, components, or systems, and plans instrumentation efforts
handling multiple assignments at various stages of completion.
As a Test Instrumentation Engineer your main responsibilities will involve:
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Independently develop and design innovative sensor installations and instrumentation
systems to meet customer and test requirements. Lead projects from concept through
delivery to customer.
Solve significantly complex instrumentation and sensor problems using good engineering
judgment and weighing input from multiple sources – cost, schedule, data quality, etc.
Provide sensor and measurement systems engineering support as a technical lead in an area
of measurement expertise. Support the local team on measurements within this area of
expertise, and support continuous improvement of the measurement area. Assist in training
and development of less experienced engineers and technicians in areas of expertise.
Perform failure analysis of sensors and develop advanced sensors in area of expertise as
part of a team
Initiate and support part rework and/or fabrication from both internal and external
sources. Initiate procurement of hardware from outside vendors
Write detailed work instructions and procedures for Instrumentation Laboratory
personnel. Provide support during sensor application and engine/rig build phases
Assist in preparation of cost estimates, schedules and operating budgets for sub-system
designs and applications. Oversee instrumentation efforts in terms of cost and schedule for
assigned sub-system tasks.
Manage cost, schedule, and quality for the instrumentation portions of assigned projects,
including periodic reporting of status and estimate to complete to management and actively
project managing task progress.
Prepare and present reports of work accomplished to a team consisting of peers and
management. Communicate effectively with management on project status and future
development needs in the measurement area of expertise.
As a Test Instrumentation Engineer your Qualifications and Experience will include:
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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering and 4+ years of
experience with measurements and sensors or experience working in an engineering function
within the aerospace industry or
Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering and 2+ years of
experience with measurements and sensors or experience working in an engineering function
within the aerospace industry
US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain a government security clearance
Preferred:
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Prior experience with principles and theories of measurement relating to thermocouples,
pressure measurements, strain gages, and/or accelerometers
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent interpersonal skills
Proven team leadership capability and the ability to make sound business decisions
Rolls-Royce has a broad customer base comprising 600 airlines, 4,000 corporate and utility aircraft
and helicopter operators, 160 armed forces, more than 2,000 marine customers including 70 navies,
and energy customers in 120 countries. Rolls-Royce is a technology leader, employing 38,000 people
in offices, manufacturing and service facilities in 50 countries. Rolls-Royce is a Military Friendly
Employer. Rolls-Royce is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and a barrier-free
employment process.
Contact:
To apply for this position please visit https://rollsroyce.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=enGB&job=00044837