Test Calibration Engineer

Rolls-Royce; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 79,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Indianapolis is seeking a Test Calibration Engineer to manage calibration, certification, and qualification of engines and components for aerospace, marine, and energy sectors. You will ensure calibration requirements for test equipment are maintained and met on the designated test stand.

The role requires knowledge of instrumentation, calibration, data integrity, and the ability to work independently or in a team, with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in an Engineering, Technical, or Aviation discipline with 2+ years’ experience; OR a Bachelor’s with 1+ year; OR Master’s in Engineering/Technical/Aviation discipline.
• US citizen required for consideration.
• Experience with instrumentation, calibration and test equipment for fluid flow, pressure, temperature, force, electrical, vibration, etc.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate measurement and test equipment used for development and conformance testing of aircraft engines and subsystems.
• Select, maintain and calibrate standards; may fabricate tooling or harnesses to aid calibration.
• Coordinate external supplier and internal Rolls-Royce Metrology calibration activity.
• Maintain data integrity of databases for calibration and test stand data acquisition; manage sensor inventory for testing.
• Support Process Excellence and internal/external Quality Audits.

Skills

Test calibration

Instrumentation

Data integrity

Blueprint reading

Quality audits

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering/aviation

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/aviation

Master’s degree in engineering/aviation

Tools

Calibration equipment management

Job description

Job Title: Test Calibration Engineer

Working Pattern: Full time

Working location: Indianapolis, IN (FT onsite - 9/80 schedule)

Relocation assistance is available for this position 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

An exciting opportunity for a Test Calibration Engineer to join the team in Indianapolis. As a Test Calibration Engineer for Rolls‑Royce, you will be responsible for all aspects of test calibration, certification, and qualification for our engines and components for commercial and defense aerospace, marine, and energy applications. This is an exciting opportunity, as you’ll be fully accountable to ensure all calibration requirements for our test equipment are up to date and the requirements are met for the designated test stand.

What you will be doing

• Calibration of measurement and test equipment used for development and product conformance testing of aircraft engines and subsystems.
• Selection, maintenance and calibration of standards used for calibration activity which may include fabrication of tooling, harnesses or other work aids to assist with calibration of test equipment.
• Coordinate external supplier and internal Rolls-Royce Metrology calibration activity
• Maintain data integrity of multiple databases for control of calibration and test stand data acquisition, including inventory management of sensors to support testing.
• Contribute to the organizational Improvement Journey to Process Excellence, including review of existing and development of new processes and support of internal and external Quality Audits
• Responsible for knowledge of, awareness of, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

Basic Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in an Engineering, Technical, or Aviation discipline and 2+ years’ experience; OR,
• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering, Technical, or Aviation discipline with 1+ years’ experience; OR,
• Master’s degree in an Engineering, Technical, or Aviation discipline
• In order to be considered for this role, you must be a US citizen

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with instrumentation, calibration and use of test equipment for fluid flow, pressure, temperature, force, electrical, vibration, etc.
• Familiarity with data integrity and metrological traceability
• Ability to utilize computers and common software packages and willingness to learn new software applications
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal; good interpersonal skills; proven team leadership capability; and the ability to make sound business decisions
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment as well as plan and finish assigned tasks on schedule
• Understanding of basic mathematics, measurement systems and scales (temperature – degrees; pressure – psig, psia; rotational speed – rpm; vibration – ips rms; horsepower – shp; stress – strain gauges; air flow – lb/sec; fluid flow – lb/hr, gal/hr; etc.), mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and low voltage electrical systems; ability to read and understand blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications

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 16, 2026

Job Category

Manufacturing Engineering

Job Posting Date

30 Sep 2026; 00:09

Pay Range

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

$78,918 - $128,242-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.