Specialist - High Integrity Software

Rolls-Royce plc; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc is seeking a Senior Control System Engineer to own and develop critical control system functions across aerospace programs. You will guide a small engineering team, apply model-based methods, and collaborate with global experts to deliver safe, compliant solutions.

You will travel up to 10% between sites and possibly other locations, mentoring juniors and contributing to full life cycle development in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering with 5+ years of product development engineering experience.
• Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering with 3+ years of product development engineering experience.
• PhD in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to develop control system requirements, design and verification for safety-critical applications.
• Work with cross-functional teams to uphold high standards of technical capability and teamwork.
• Provide and support engineering guidance, training and documentation.
• Review engineering work for quality and completeness.
• Resolve complex problems using technical experience and knowledge.
• Develop and communicate complex technical ideas clearly.

Skills

Control system engineering

Model-based design

MATLAB/Simulink

SysML/Cameo Systems Modeler

Electrical/Computer Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engineering

PhD in Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Cameo Systems Modeler

SysML

Job description

Job Description Job Title: Specialist High Integrity Software Working Pattern: Full time Working location: Indianapolis, IN or Reston, VA Hybrid (3 days onsite on avg.) Relocation assistance is available for this role as applicable.

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

Rolls-Royce is looking for a creative, talented, and results‑driven Senior Control System Engineer to join our Rolls‑Royce team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on developmental Rolls‑Royce programs and play a vital role in solving some of the most complex and interesting technological challenges in the industry while being part of a global, multi‑disciplinary team. As a Rolls‑Royce Senior Control System Engineer, you will be the owner of assigned control system functions and interfaces. This role requires an adaptive mindset and an ability to enthusiastically work through challenging technical problems. You will be responsible for providing technical guidance, counsel, and direction to a small team of engineers to ensure technical outcomes are delivered to appropriate standards and quality while working with a global engineering community to identify areas for collaboration and knowledge exchange. You will support full life cycle development and mentor junior engineers on processes, tools, and technical solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to travel up to 10% between Rolls‑Royce sites and up to 10% other travel.

What you will be doing

• Collaborate with other teams and customers to develop electrical, electronics and mechatronics control system requirements, design and verification work products for safety critical applications
• Work with a cross‑functional team to establish the highest standards of technical capability, quality, professionalism, and teamwork
• Provide and support engineering and process guidance, training and, create documentation
• Review engineering work products for technical documentation, quality, completeness
• Resolve complex problems through the application of acquired technical experience and knowledge
• Develop and communicate complex technical ideas and information in a concise and logical way

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering with 5+ years of product development engineering experience, OR Master’s degree in in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering, with 3+ years of product development engineering experience, OR PhD in degree in in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering
• In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Requirements

• 5+ years of product development engineering experience
• Application of agile development methods to deliver engineering work products
• Experience with military qualification of airborne systems
• Gas turbine engine, propulsion, or electrical control system experience
• Demonstrated experience with control system design and analysis tools
• Development of model‑based systems with digital engineering toolsets (MATLAB, Simulink and/or similar)
• Knowledge of systems engineering, and robust design tools and techniques coupled with the latest model‑centric development approaches
• Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler (MagicDraw) or similar SysML

We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward.

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.

Infinite Potential Closing Date: November 12, 2026 Pay Range: Reston, VA $147,289 - $239,345 #CLOLI #CLOENG Job Category Software Systems Job Posting Date 05 Nov 2026; 00:11 Pay Range Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range. $110,476 - $179,524-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.

• 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
• a long‑term incentive plan