Naval Systems Engineering & Validation Lead

Rolls-Royce; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 127,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Technical Lead for Systems Engineering and Validation focused on US Naval programs, based in Indianapolis, IN. You will lead a multi‑disciplinary team delivering GTM system packages, provide program management, and ensure compliance with Rolls‑Royce processes throughout the life cycle.

You’ll own technical leadership for risk management, gates, and interface with customers, while mentoring engineers and directing resources to meet cost, schedule, and quality milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5+ years of experience; or Master’s degree and 3+ years; or JD/PhD in Engineering.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status required.
• Up-to-date engineering expertise in relevant area.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main technical point of contact for GTM systems and test facility.
• Lead and coordinate qualification tests including endurance and environmental verifications.
• Provide leadership coaching and mentoring to engineers.
• Develop and maintain Naval Gas Turbine Module System requirements with customers and stakeholders.
• Ensure configuration management within Rolls‑Royce processes (PCB/DTA/SCB).
• Prepare accurate engineering labor estimates and support budgeting.

Skills

Team leadership

Systems engineering

Program management

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

JD/PhD in Engineering

Job description

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Technical Lead for Systems Engineering and Validation focused on US Naval programs, based in Indianapolis, IN. You will lead a multi‑disciplinary team delivering GTM system packages, provide program management, and ensure compliance with Rolls‑Royce processes throughout the life cycle.

You’ll own technical leadership for risk management, gates, and interface with customers, while mentoring engineers and directing resources to meet cost, schedule, and quality milestones.