Launch into Assembly Test Engineering

Position Summary

“Launch” is our new pathway for graduates stepping directly into permanent roles. The program is designed for ambitious graduates (Bachelors, Masters or PhD level) who are ready to make an impact from day one, supported with on‑the‑job learning and career progression opportunities.

As an Assembly & Test Engineer, you will provide manufacturing support to the larger Operations Assembly and Test activities. This role operates within the Defense Manufacturing, Assembly & Test (MA&T) Team and works across the full product and service life cycle to ensure delivery of product to internal plan, meeting commitments to customers in original equipment production and MRO. The role will drive long‑term improvements in quality, cost and delivery through engagement with key stakeholders.

• Ensuring performance of preventive maintenance program for equipment and tools
• Interfacing with suppliers providing service to equipment
• Creating manufacturing work orders, work plans, test plans and test procedures
• Specifying tooling used for assembly and test
• Providing support to test engineering in the conduct of fuel system component testing
• Ensuring calibration of tools and test instrumentation is up to date

• Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively
• Committed to maintaining quality standards and procedures by following quality systems
• Capable of working effectively in a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and learning
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of tools and equipment to support daily operations
• Maintains a high level of accountability and professionalism

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant certificate preferred
• Experience with electronic engine controls

• Aviation Engineering
• Aviation Engineering Technology
• Aerospace Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering Technology
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering Technology

Graduating between May 2026 and August 2026.

3.0

Work Authorization Eligibility: U.S. Citizen. No sponsor ships are available for this role.

West Lafayette, IN (Onsite)

Permanent

$75,640 - $79,422 annually

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 benefits such as 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.

Rolls‑Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

June 25th, 2026