Technician

Rolls-Royce; Mississippi; On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce at the John C. Stennis Space Center in Mississippi is seeking a Technician for onsite, 3rd shift (9pm–7:30am) with a 10% premium. You will test Jet Engines, troubleshoot faults, and perform calibrations and maintenance on test systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, and a hands-on mindset with mechanical/electrical interests. Safety first and team collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident required.
• Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics interest/background preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot a wide variety of systems and equipment preferred.
• Team mindset preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with safety first and follow test procedures.
• Receive engines and prepare them for testing.
• Install engine package on outdoor test stand.
• Operate engine according to a precise test schedule.
• Troubleshoot engine and facility issues efficiently.
• Assist facility engineering with projects and tasks.
• Perform facility PM, fault finding and improvements.
• Communicate clearly during shift handovers.

Skills

Team mindset

Willingness to learn

Troubleshooting

Mechanical interest

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Technician

Working Pattern: Onsite (3rd shift, 9pm – 7:30am with 10% premium)

Working Location: Stennis Space Center, Mississippi

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a technician to join our Stennis team. As part of the team of around-the-clock technicians, you will be responsible for testing Jet Engines, troubleshooting faults and issues with both the engines and test systems, maintaining a facility and carrying out routine calibrations and preventative maintenance.

What you will be doing:

• Work with a safety mindset, always putting safety first
• Receive engines from other sites, and prepare them ready for test
• Installing the engine package onto the outdoor test stand
• Operate the engine, following a precise test schedule
• Respond to engine and facility issues with efficient troubleshooting
• Assist the facility engineering team with projects and tasks
• Carry out facility PM activity, fault finding and improvement activities
• Effective communication to fellow team members at shift handovers

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Educational Development)
• In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident

Preferred Requirements:

• Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics interest/background
• Ability to troubleshoot a wide variety of systems and equipment
• Willingness to learn technical elements of the role
• Team mindset

Mental & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift components weighing up to approximately 50 pounds

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

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: October 26, 2026

Job Category

Factory Staff

Job Posting Date

13 Oct 2026; 00:10

Pay Range

Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.

$21.60 - $32.40-Hourly

Location:

John C. Stennis Space Center

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.