Performance Engineer

Rolls-Royce; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Performance Engineer through its Emerging Talent program. This permanent role targets ambitious graduates entering design and manufacturing with on‑the‑job learning and clear career progression.

You'll create design definitions that meet system requirements, review concepts with manufacturing and supply chain, and work with design and analysis tools across statics, dynamics and materials. Graduation expected 2026–2027; US work eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with Graduation by 2027.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• US citizen with work eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Create design definitions meeting system requirements and product attributes.
• Review design concepts and conduct design reviews with manufacturing and supply chain.
• Support design gated reviews and use CAD/analysis tools.
• Deliver design solutions addressing component requirements and perform hand calculations.

Skills

Statics

Dynamics

Mechanics of Materials

Visual Basic

Python

PERL

C++

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Finite Element Analysis software

Job description

Job Description

“Launch” into Performance Engineer

Duration: Permanent

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

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 in an Emerging Talent program, 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.

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.

As a Performance Engineer you’ll be responsible for the creation of design definitions that meet system requirements and product attributes for new product designs. You’ll exhibit technical knowledge in design with an understanding of manufacturing engineering and product definition. In this role, you’ll review design definition concepts, complete design reviews, and work with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to deliver products.

What you’ll be doing:

This role aims to introduce you to the New Product Design team and the other sub-capabilities within Mechanical Systems. You’ll help us to deliver our current commitments which largely focus on improving access to our specialist knowledge, including methods, tools, processes, and technical data. There will be opportunities to work hands-on and participate in the Design Gated Review process. You’ll also have exposure to several design and engineering analysis software tools related to component development and mechanical integrity.

You’ll have experience with Statics, Dynamics and Mechanics of Materials and the ability to exhibit the following behaviors:

• Delivering design solutions for components that address component requirements


• Performing engineering activities that include the following: mechanical design, analysis, hand calculations, tolerance stacks, presenting technical data and participating in technical discussions with manufacturing engineering and suppliers


• Executing validation plans and showing component compliance to requirements


• Supporting the creation of detailed component definition (drawings) and supporting manufacturing to produce conforming hardware and/or disposition non-conforming hardware

Who we’re looking for:

• Proficient in both written and spoken English


• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment; willingness to accept responsibility and take initiative and drive to finish assigned tasks on schedule

Our behaviors drive us - we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. We’ll expect that from you, too.

Relevant Majors:

Currently attending an accredited university/college working toward a minimum of a bachelor’s degree:

• Aerospace Engineering


• Mechanical Engineering

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Work authorization eligibility: To be considered, you must be a U.S. Citizen

Graduation eligibility: Graduating December 2026, May 2027 and or August 2027

Preferred qualification (but not required):

• Experience with generic design processes as well as component specific design guidance.


• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and the creation of limit stacks.


• Experience using computer aided design tools.


• Experience with finite element analysis software tools.


• Programming skills such as Visual Basic, Python, PERL, C++ and/or computational tools such as MATLAB


• Familiarity with Aerospace/gas turbine engines

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.

#EMERGINGTALENT

Job Posting Date

11 Nov 2026; 00:11

Pay Range

$82,882 - $93,716-Annually

Location

Indianapolis, IN

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.