Instrumentation Lab Technical Lead

Job Description

Job Title:

Instrumentation Lab Technical Lead

Working Pattern:
Full-time (onsite)

Working location:
Indianapolis, IN

A position has arisen for an Instrumentation Lab Technical Lead. 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 team.

As the Instrumentation Lab Technical Lead you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of skilled Instrumentation Engineering Technicians to deliver instrumented test hardware and custom sensors for experimental testing. This is a dynamic hands‑on role with direct interface with the instrumentation lab, assembly floor and engine test teams.

• Ensure appropriate resources are deployed, directed and co‑ordinated
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, coaching and mentoring to assigned technicians to enable them to be their best
• Hire and ensure effective performance management of assigned technicians by setting/agreeing appropriate and relevant objectives, performing evaluations and appraisals (e.g. PDRs), and participating in the distribution of merit increases and bonus awards
• Ensure knowledge capture, lessons learnt, and best practice guides for the Instrumentation Lab team and encourage knowledge sharing within the group and beyond, including globally
• Develop and execute outsourced work packages as required to resource the business
• Technically oversee and direct an on‑site team of Managed Service Provider (MSP) technicians providing Instrumentation Engineering Technician services, interfacing with the respective MSP management
• Develop, deliver, and demonstrate engineering performance metrics, including commitment to continuous improvement
• May travel for off‑site instrumentation and test support and represent the company while working with the customer

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related business field with 5+ years of experience in technical roles OR;
• Master’s degree in Engineering or related business field and 3+ years experience, OR;
• PhD in Engineering with 5+ years' experience
• In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires USA Citizenship

• Experience in managing/leading/coaching people and teams to successful outcomes and customer satisfaction
• Experience in developing and managing outsourced work package performance
• Experience in understanding and managing customer and senior management expectations
  
  Demonstrated ability to influence others through effective and positive engagement and communication on technical and business issues
• Proven ability to exercise sound technical and business judgement
• Technical experience with Instrumentation (i.e. pressure, strain, temperature)
• Mechanical design experience using computer aided tools such as NX
• Engineering testing experience in gas turbine systems
• Experience interfacing with customers on technical program issues
• Demonstrated project planning and management experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills including technical writing and presentations

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Relocation assistance is available for this position if applicable.

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, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Validation and Verification

29 Jun 2026; 00:06

$126,694 - $205,878-Annually

Indianapolis, IN

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