Materials Specialist

Job Title:

Materials Specialist

Working Pattern:
Full time

Working location:
Indianapolis, IN. / Hybrid (3 days onsite on avg.)

As a Materials Specialist, you will participate in materials development activities as well as support multi‑disciplinary engineering teams on technology and product development programs. This role supports the entire product life cycle, from concept generation and evaluation to in‑service support.

• Perform analysis of materials test and design data
• Perform work related to the development of new materials, including formulation, evaluation, and maturation from concept to product
• Oversee materials testing performed by internal and external vendors
• Recommend materials selection and validation approaches as part of larger component design and test projects
• Review technical drawings to ensure compliance with materials engineering standards and specifications
• Collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary engineering team for the design of aerospace components

At Rolls‑Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviors that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry
• Entry level role suitable for recent graduates
• U.S. Citizen (required)

• Strong academic background in materials science
• Data analysis and statistical methods
• Familiarity with common software tools such as MATLAB and JMP
• Internship, capstone project, or relevant coursework experience with any of the following:
  Design of Experiment and materials validation;
  Metals, composites, ceramics, coatings and/or additive layer manufacturing;
  Destructive and non‑destructive materials test methods and standards;
  Evaluating technical drawings for material specification accuracy;
  Enthusiasm for low‑maturity projects with a number of unknowns

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonuses, employee support assistance and employee discounts. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. Relocation assistance will be provided as applicable.

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

Closing Date: 06/12/2026