Aeromechanics Engineer - LibertyWorks

Rolls-Royce Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 83,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m2

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Corporation in Indianapolis seeks an Aeromechanics Engineer for the LibertyWorks program. You will evaluate turbomachinery subsystems, perform aeroelastic analyses, and contribute to design validation and vibration investigations across defense programs.

The role requires a Master’s in engineering with aeromechanics focus, programming skills, CFD/FSI experience, and readiness to develop in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. Must be U.S.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering with aeromechanics focus.
• Experience with CFD and unsteady simulations with fluid-structure interaction.
• Experience collecting and analyzing aeromechanics data (strain gauges, blade tip timing/NSMS).
• Familiarity with finite elements analysis, specifically modal analysis.
• Programming skills Bash, Fortran, Matlab, Python.
• Knowledge of aeroelasticity research in gas turbines.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• US citizenship with ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Run aeromechanics analysis with in-house CFD to evaluate forced response, flutter, rotating stall and aeroelastic phenomena.
• Evaluate mistuning and non-linear dynamics.
• Perform basic programming to improve efficiency.
• Use reduced order models for inlet distortion, mistuning, acoustics, etc.
• Plan tests and post-process to support aeromechanics testing and validate methods.
• Interpret test data to identify and explain component vibration.
• Identify new product introduction requirements for aeromechanics and work with SMEs to establish certification strategies.
• Collaborate with local/global aeromechanics community to develop rules, tools, methods, and people.
• Collaborate with aero/mechanical designers, stress analysts and test engineers to progress engine designs and service vibration investigations.
• Communicate technical and business results via reports and presentations to senior engineers.

Skills

Aeromechanics

CFD

FEA modal analysis

Education

Master's degree in engineering (Aeromechanics focus)

Tools

Bash

Fortran

Matlab

Python

Job description

Job Title: “Launch” into Aeromechanical Engineering (Aeromechanics Engineer – LibertyWorks)

Duration: Permanent

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Why Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. Our emerging talent programs are designed to help you build your career from day one. You'll work on meaningful projects, learn from experienced colleagues, and develop the skills to make a real impact. That's Infinite Potential.

Role Overview

“Launch” is our new pathway for graduates to transition seamlessly into the business. 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. A new opportunity has arisen for an Aeromechanics Engineer to join LibertyWorks supporting our broad portfolio of defense programs. In this role, you’ll support the evaluation of various turbomachinery subsystems, including fan, compressor, and/or turbine gas paths, by assessing fluid-structure interaction and the subsequent vibration of airfoils and other components. Evaluations will be performed both computationally and experimentally for preliminary design, engine certification, optimization, cost reductions, and failure investigations across a wide range of applications. As a specialist in this field, you will have the opportunity to bring forward innovative analytical solutions for customers on new/fielded products to resolve important issues related to high cycle fatigue, flutter, damping and mistuning.

What you’ll be doing:

• Running aeromechanics analysis with in-house CFD to evaluate forced response, flutter, rotating stall and other aeroelastic phenomena.
• Evaluating mistuning and non-linear dynamics
• Performing basic computer programming as needed to work more efficiently.
• Using reduced order models to evaluate the effects of inlet distortion, mistuning, intake acoustics, and other parameters on various aeromechanics related problems.
• Testing planning and post-processing to support aeromechanics testing and to validate analytical methods.
• Interpreting test data to identify and explain component vibration.
• Identifying new product introduction requirements for aeromechanics and working with subject matter experts to establish certification strategies.
• Collaborating with the local and global aeromechanics community to develop rules, tools, methods, and people.
• Collaborating with aero designers, mechanical designers, stress analysts and test engineers to progress new engine designs and support in service vibration investigations.
• Communicating technical and business results via reports and presentations to senior engineers, both within and external to Rolls-Royce.

Basic Requirement:

Master’s degree in engineering with academic focus related to aeromechanics

Preferred Requirements:

• Strong interest in the field of turbomachinery aeromechanics and a willingness to develop new skills
• Previous experience with computational fluid dynamics, with interest in unsteady simulations with fluid-structure interaction
• Previous experience with collecting and analyzing aeromechanics-related data, such as from strain gages and blade tip timing/light probes/NSMS
• Familiarity with finite elements analysis, specifically modal analysis
• Programming skills such as Bash, Fortran, Matlab, and Python
• Knowledge of ongoing academic research related to aeroelasticity in gas turbines
• MinimumGPA:3.0
• Work authorization eligibility: To be considered, you must also be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a high-level security clearance.
• Graduation eligibility: Graduating between December 2026, June 2027 & August 2027

What we offer:

Meaningful work from day one, with the support to help you succeed

A culture that invests in your personal and professional development

The chance to grow your skills while working on real projects in a global company

Join us and help create the technologies that will shape tomorrow.

If you're ready to learn, grow and make a lasting difference from day one, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Job Posting Date 02 Oct 2026; 00:10

Pay Range

$82,882 - $87,026-Annually

Location Indianapolis

Benefits

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.

Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.