Senior Control System Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Title: Senior Control System EngineerWorking Pattern: Full-timeWorking location: Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid Work Schedule)Rolls-Royce is looking for a Senior Control System Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on flagship Rolls-Royce programs and play a vital role in solving some of the most complex and interesting technological challenges in the industry while being part of a global, multi-disciplinary team.As a Senior Control System Engineer, you will be the owner of assigned control system functions and interfaces. You will be responsible for providing technical guidance, counsel, and direction to a small team of engineers to ensure technical outcomes are delivered to appropriate standards and quality while working with a global engineering community to identify areas for collaboration and knowledge exchange. You will support full life cycle development and mentor junior engineers on processes, tools, and technical solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to travel up to 20% between Rolls-Royce sites and up to 10% other travel.***This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule allowing for remote and in-office days each week. Hybrid work arrangements are subject to change based on business needs and/or changes in company policy. All hybrid employees must have a secure, high-speed internet connection and an appropriate workspace that complies with applicable information security and confidentiality requirements.Why Rolls-Royce?Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions.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.Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.What you will be doingWith this attractive opportunity you will get a chance to:Collaborate with other teams and customers to develop electrical, electronics and mechatronics control system requirements, design and verification work products for mission critical applications as per ARP4754A and appropriate guidance within DO-178C.Work with a cross-functional team to establish the highest standards of technical capability, quality, professionalism, and teamworkProvide and support engineering process guidance and trainingPrepare and review engineering work products for technical documentation, quality and completenessResolve complex problems through the application of acquired technical experience and knowledgeDevelop and communicate complex technical ideas and information in a concise and logical wayWho 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 Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering with 2+ years of product development engineering experience, ORMaster’s degree in in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering, ORPhD in degree in in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer EngineeringIn order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. CitizenPreferred Requirements:5+ years of product development engineering experienceExperience with FAA or military qualification of airborne systems.Application of agile development methods to deliver engineering work productsGas turbine engine, propulsion, or electrical control system experienceDemonstrated experience with control system design and analysis toolsDevelopment of model-based systems with digital engineering toolsets (MATLAB, Simulink and/or similar)Knowledge of system engineering, using robust design tools and techniquesExperience with Cameo Systems Modeler (MagicDraw) or similar SysML modelling software and requirement management tools such as DOORSWhat we offerWe offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office or home. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.Relocation assistance is available for this position.Close date is 09/30/2026Job CategorySoftware SystemsJob Posting Date28 Aug 2026; 00:08Pay RangePay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.$98,566 - $160,169-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