Test Instrumentation Engineer - Technical Specialist

Job Description

Job Title:

Test Instrumentation Engineer – Technical Specialist Working Pattern:
Fulltime

Location:

Indianapolis, IN Relocation assistance will be provided if applicable

Why 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:

A new position has arisen for a Test Instrumentation Engineer - Technical Specialist.  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 a Test Instrumentation Engineer – Technical Specialist you will be responsible for instrumentation design, program management, oversight of sensor application, sensor development and measurement technology ownership.  

This is a dynamic hands-on role with direct interface with the instrumentation lab, assembly floor and engine test teams.
What you will be doing:

To establish a test instrumentation plan within program requirements for sensor implementation on component, subsystem, and whole engine testing

To communicate test instrumentation progress and plans to business programs as required

To own the test instrumentation design, development, process for application, measurement technology and test data collection troubleshooting as required

To assist with test article assembly and test stand installation processes for proper instrumentation routing and signal identification

Write department procedures as necessary to improve efficiency and capture lessons learned, as well as help train and develop less experienced engineers

Train and mentor others in instrumentation, special measurement equipment and other specialist areas

Demonstrate expert understanding of instrumentation and special measurement equipment

Influence internal and external stakeholders to develop effective solutions

Define and implement best practices in instrumentation across the organization

Solve complex and unique measurement challenges to drive product validation

May travel for off-site instrumentation and test support and represent the company while working with the customer

Basic Requirements:

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 with 3+ years of experience in technical roles OR;

PhD in Engineering or related business field

In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires USA Citizenship Preferred Requirements:

Technical expertise with Instrumentation (i.e. pressure, strain, temperature)
Mechanical design experience using computer aided tools such as NXEngineering 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

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