Project Engineer - Development Engineering

Job DescriptionJob Title: Project Engineer - Development EngineeringWorking Pattern: FulltimeWorking location: Indianapolis, INRelocation assistance will be provided if applicableWhy Rolls-Royce?At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.Position Summary:As a JSF Project Engineer, you will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for the delivery of the engineering IPT objectives defined by the program. This is an exciting opportunity as you’ll be planning and executing technical projects for propulsion systems components while having responsibility for maintaining the budget and delivery schedule.In this opportunity, you will get a chance to work within a cross-functional team and be responsible for the delivery objectives of engineering projects and identifies the technical and business requirements for respective projects and coordinates the tasks and resources necessary to deliver to the Program goals and objectives. These projects can include technical design packages and queries in the Production and Sustainment areas of the program as well as Improvement initiatives within New Product Introduction, Cost Reduction, Producibility, Reliability, and Weight reduction.What you will be doing:Managing project technical and schedule needs and effectively leading multi-disciplinary teams comprised of manufacturing, quality, engineering, and purchasing resources to achieve program delivery milestonesExecuting WBS cost account management, integrated planning /scheduling, earned-value assessment, risk management and continuous improvement tasksFacilitating multi-disciplinary teams and their completion of project tasks and deliverables in accordance with applicable processes, procedures and regulationsLeading global multi-disciplinary teams to develop and define component-based and system-level technical solutionsPlanning and structuring complex multidisciplinary work scope for design, analysis and hardware procurement, ensuring compliance with requirementsResponsible for oversight of subcontractors or subcontracted LiftSystem components and the delivery of hardware and sub-systems equipment as defined by the IPTLReporting technical and business results of assigned projectsEffectively communicating complex technical aero-mechanical projects with program stakeholdersBasic Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineering OR;Masters degree in Engineering with 0+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineering OR;PhD in Engineering with 0+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineeringIn order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires US CitizenshipPreferred Requirements:Technical knowledge of turbo-machinery, gas turbine engines, and mechanical systemsTrained in project management principles, requirements management, systems engineering, and/or structured verification methodsFamiliarity with Process Management (i.e APQP) and Manufacturing processes (i.e. Fixed Process Approval, FAIR)PMP CertificationSix Sigma Green Belt certificationOur vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.Infinite PotentialClosing date: August 5, 2026Job CategoryValidation and VerificationJob Posting Date29 Jul 2026; 00:07Pay Range$94,160 - $153,010-AnnuallyLocation:Indianapolis, INBenefitsRolls-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.SummaryLocation: IndianapolisType: Full time