Sr. Application Engineer - Military

Job Description

Title: Sr. Applications Engineer - Military

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.


Position Summary:

This position performs engineering work related to researching, designing, and the application of engines and engine systems used in military/defense applications. This position must have strong engine knowledge and experience. The focus of this position is development of reciprocating diesel and/or gas engine systems.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage product performance attributes and lifecycle management for new or existing products
• Specify, size, and select subsystem components for engine or engine related system designs according to project specification
• Development of engine design concepts and derivation of subsystem and safety requirements
• Coordinate and contribute to design execution with cross-functional project team
• Create and execute Design Validation Plan (DVP) according to company standards
• Perform engine and subsystem performance testing, including data analysis for new or existing engine platforms
• Author test reports, performance summary reports, or other customer facing reports as needed
• Preparation of schedules and presentation of selected alternatives
• Support customer service, training, sales, and other departments as necessary
• Support in-field testing as necessary
• Contribute to Engine Calibration refinement via analytics and testing
• Support analysis for various fuel types and emissions scenarios
• Coordinate required data with key customer accounts
• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.
• Perform special projects as required

Basic Requirements:

• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
• Bachelor's degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) plus 5 years engineering experience or 9 years Automotive, Mechanical, or engineering experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required as this position could be working under a government contract

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with any of the following systems: automotive, power generation, engine calibration, engine design, engine simulation
• Preferred experience with: Matlbab/Simulink, NI Labview, PLC Programming
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational, planning and follow-up skills
• Strong project management experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.


Job Posting Date

29 May 2026; 00:05

Pay Range

$100,083 - $162,635-Annually

Location:

Novi, MI

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, and employment type.

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.