Performance & Environmental Manager

rollsroyce; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Product Performance Local Specialist in Indianapolis to join a hybrid team focused on predicting engine performance through advanced modeling. You will work on propulsion cycles, thermodynamic models, and system-level issues from concept to testing and service, mentoring teammates and delivering technical results.

You will apply expertise across steady-state and transient performance, operability, and data systems, collaborating with Controls, Thermals, and Design to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics with 5+ years in thermodynamics, gas dynamics, fluids, or engine design.
• Master's degree with 3+ years in thermodynamics, gas dynamics, fluids, or engine design.
• PhD in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance (requires USA citizenship).

Responsibilities

• Perform propulsion cycle analysis and whole engine performance predictions using computer simulations to satisfy system requirements, with expertise in both steady-state and transient performance.
• Develop and maintain thermodynamic cycle models using NPSS.
• Train and mentor others in thermodynamics, test analysis, and engine performance modeling.
• Demonstrate expert understanding of system-level issues related to propulsion system design, performance, operability, and engine operation.
• Lead propulsion systems performance testing, publish technical reports, and deliver technical presentations of engineering analysis and results.
• Apply process and technical knowledge to ensure engineering solutions meet customer requirements and comply with engineering processes.
• Influence internal and external stakeholders to develop effective solutions.
• Demonstrate expertise in at least one area of engine product performance, such as steady-state performance, operability, test, or methods.
• Define and implement best practices in performance across the organization.
• Contribute to engine certification processes, including defining plans to fulfill requirements for engine performance
• Maintain knowledge of industry practices and standards.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and demonstrate a strong understanding of related disciplines, including Controls, Thermals, Air Systems, Lifing, and Design, to ensure integrated and optimized propulsion system solutions.
• Solve complex and unique performance challenges to drive product improvement.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Gas dynamics

Fluid mechanics

Engine design

NPSS

Python

Fortran

C++

MATLAB

Data systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Physics/Mathematics

Master's degree in Engineering/Physics/Mathematics

PhD in Engineering/Physics/Mathematics

Tools

NPSS

Python

Fortran

C++

MATLAB

Job description

Job Title: Product Performance Local Specialist

Working Pattern: Full-time Hybrid/Onsite in office 3 days a week avg.

Working location: Indianapolis, IN

Relocation assistance is available for this position if appropriate.

Why 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 create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.

You'll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential . And it's your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world's most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.

Position Summary:

Turning fuel into power most efficiently within the constraints of safe operation is the aim of our System Performance Engineers. Your innovative solutions in computer modeling advanced propulsion cycles, predicting engine performance and analyzing test data for internal and external customers.

As a Performance Engineer, you will join a highly motivated team dedicated to exploring new technologies and advanced modeling methods to predict product behavior and understand system-level operation. Your work will span from early concept design through development testing, entry into service, and beyond. The models you develop will play a critical role in resolving system-level issues and ensuring optimal propulsion system operation in demanding applications and environments.

What you will be doing:

• Perform propulsion cycle analysis and whole engine performance predictions using computer simulations to satisfy system requirements, with expertise in both steady-state and transient performance.
• Develop and maintain thermodynamic cycle models using Numerical Propulsion System Simulation (NPSS).
• Train and mentor others in thermodynamics, test analysis, and engine performance modeling.
• Demonstrate expert understanding of system-level issues related to propulsion system design, performance, operability, and engine operation.
• Lead propulsion systems performance testing, publish technical reports, and deliver technical presentations of engineering analysis and results.
• Apply process and technical knowledge to ensure engineering solutions meet customer requirements and comply with engineering processes.
• Influence internal and external stakeholders to develop effective solutions.
• Demonstrate expertise in at least one area of engine product performance, such as steady-state performance, operability, test, or methods.
• Define and implement best practices in performance across the organization.
• Contribute to engine certification processes, including defining plans to fulfill requirements for engine performance
• Maintain knowledge of industry practices and standards.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and demonstrate a strong understanding of related disciplines, including Controls, Thermals, Air Systems, Lifing, and Design, to ensure integrated and optimized propulsion system solutions.
• Solve complex and unique performance challenges to drive product improvement.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor`s degree in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics with 5+ years experience in thermodynamics, gas dynamics, fluid mechanics and/or engine design
• A Master`s degree in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics with 3+ years experience in thermodynamics, gas dynamics, fluid mechanics and/or engine design OR;
• A PhD in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics
• Eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance (requires USA citizenship).

Preferred Requirements:

• Expertise in computer programming language such as NPSS, Python, Fortran, C++, MATLAB, etc.
• Demonstrated technical leadership to delivery in complex project with ambiguity
• Demonstrated expertise in gas turbine engine steady-state performance, transient performance, engine operability, or data systems for performance.
• Industry Leading Expertise in the performance-related support of the design and/or development of gas turbines
• Experience in simulation/modeling of gas turbine cycles, hybrid electric systems, cycle analysis, engine operability, sizing, and/or preliminary design analysis.
• NPSS Expertise in multiple thermodynamic cycle models
• Experience with transient performance, including stability margin accounting and operability test planning and analysis for multiple engine programs
• Ability to define and detail functional data for design and follow design iteration processes.
• Authoritative knowledge in robust design techniques and visualization including statistical software such as JMP and Python
• Demonstrates leadership in performance for the function and product programs.
• Committed to lifelong learning for self and the team.

Our vision is to ensure that