Noise Aerothermal Engineer

rollsroyce; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Retirement Savings Trust

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

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Digital GP

Employee Assistance & Live Well

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Derby invites applications for a Noise Aerothermal Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems team. You will predict noise for future and in-service engines, validate designs via tests, and support certification with rig and engine testing.

You will drive technology programs to reduce noise, liaise with suppliers and airframe customers, and contribute to a high-performance aerospace culture through rigorous analysis.

Qualifications

• MEng in Mechanical, Aeronautical Engineering or relevant Science or Maths degree.
• Aeroacoustics, gas turbine cycle design or aero-thermal/aerodynamics experience required.
• Gas Turbine full Engine or rig testing and analysis experience is desirable.
• Ability to apply logical and analytical thinking and communicate ideas effectively.
• Proactive, persistent and customer focused with self-motivation.
• Strong project management and planning skills for urgent and long-term work.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for liaising with airframe customers and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide design advice to meet noise requirements.
• Estimate noise performance of new or in-service engines to tight timelines and standards.
• Liaise with programme leadership and external partners on Noise Engineering.
• Manage experimental activities and evaluate relevant acoustic data.
• Lead R&T programs to generate low-noise technology.
• Collaborate with partners and academia on noise capability strategy.

Skills

Aeroacoustics

Gas turbine design

Aero-thermal

Engine testing

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Education

MEng in Mechanical, Aeronautical Engineering or relevant Science or Maths degree

Job description

Noise Aerothermal Engineer

Full Time

Derby

Why join 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 work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

A Noise Engineer is responsible for all aspects of engine noise to support Rolls-Royce's Civil Aerospace businesses. Activities encompass the acoustic prediction of components for future engines and in-service products within the engine and nacelle. It includes verification and validation of engine and component designs via analysis and rig or engine testing, and support of Aircraft Certification of future and in-service products via static and flight noise testing.

The role also includes the definition and execution of technology acquisition programmes to deliver novel technology and concepts for noise reduction. In pursuing this work, you will work closely with various engineering functions, suppliers, marketing and airframe companies in order to meet technically challenging requirements, within demanding timescales.

This is an exciting and challenging role ideal for an individual seeking to further their Acoustics career by gaining real product development experience and influencing the future of aerospace.

Responsibilities

• The provision of component design advice to meet noise requirements
• The estimation of the noise performance of new or in-service engines, often to short timescales and to commercial guarantee or certification standards
• Liaison with programme leadership, internal supply chain units, external customers, partners and suppliers, representing Noise Engineering
• The management of experimental activities, including the acquisition and appraisal of relevant rig & engine acoustic data
• The execution and leadership of research and technology programmes aimed at generating low noise technology
• Working with partners and academia to contribute to the Noise Capability strategy and create and develop new method

Qualifications and skills required:

• MEng in Mechanical, Aeronautical Engineering or relevant Science or Maths degree
• To be able to contribute from day one previous aeroacoustics, gas turbine cycle design experience, aero-thermal or aerodynamics technical experience is required
• Previous experience in Gas Turbine full Engine or rig testing and analysis is highly desirable.
• An ability to apply logical and analytical thinking on a range of technical problems and be able to communicate ideas effectively
• Proactive, persistent and customer focused with a high level of self-motivation and initiative.
• Strong Project management and planning skills - capable of responding quickly to urgent requests from customers in addition to longer term planning and technical activities
• Effective interpersonal & communication skills essential for liaising with and influencing Airframe customers, Project leadership and the large number of interfaces that exist with this role

Regional Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings through the Rolls Royce Retirement Savings Trust
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
• Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free! Rolls-Royce | Your Shares: Matched
• Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
• Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Closing Date: 22nd September 2026

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Mechanical Systems

Posting Date

08 Sept 2026; 00:09

Posting End Date

22 Sept 2026