Test Instrumentation Engineer

Rolls-Royce plc

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 71,000 - 115,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement match

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Indianapolis, IN invites an experienced Test Instrumentation Engineer to join flagship programs and own instrumentation design, sensor development and measurement technology.

Responsibilities include managing instrumentation plans across components and engines, interfacing with lab and test teams, and training junior engineers while traveling to support off-site instrumentation needs. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in Engineering or related field (requires 3+ years of experience or equivalent).
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 1+ years experience in technical roles.
Master’s degree in Engineering or related field and PhD in Engineering are preferred.
5+ years of technical experience can substitute for a degree.

Responsibilities

Establish a test instrumentation plan within program requirements for sensor implementation on component, subsystem, and whole engine testing.
Communicate test instrumentation progress and plans to business programs as required.
Own the test instrumentation design, development, process for application, measurement technology and test data collection troubleshooting as required.
Assist with test article assembly and test stand installation processes for proper instrumentation routing and signal identification.
Write department procedures to improve efficiency and train/develop less experienced engineers.
May travel for off-site instrumentation and test support and represent the company with customers.

Skills

Communication

Technical writing

Presentations

Customer interfacing

Project management

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

PhD in Engineering

5+ years experience in technical roles in lieu of degree

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

Job Description Job Title: Test Instrumentation Engineer Working Pattern: Fulltime Working location: Indianapolis, IN Relocation assistance is available for this position if 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

A new position has arisen for a Test Instrumentation Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity to work on flagship 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 team. You will be responsible for instrumentation design, program management, oversight of sensor application, sensor development and measurement technology ownership. This is a dynamic hands-on role with direct interface with the instrumentation lab, assembly floor and engine test teams.

What you will be doing

To establish a test instrumentation plan within program requirements for sensor implementation on component, subsystem, and whole engine testing
To communicate test instrumentation progress and plans to business programs as required
To own the test instrumentation design, development, process for application, measurement technology and test data collection troubleshooting as required
To assist with test article assembly and test stand installation processes for proper instrumentation routing and signal identification
Write department procedures as necessary to improve efficiency and capture lessons learned, as well as help train and develop less experienced engineers
May work independently, be part of a team performing like tasks, or act as a specialist in a particular area depending on experience level and complexity of the task
May travel for off-site instrumentation and test support and represent the company while working with the customer
Additional duties as assigned

Basic Requirements

Associate's degree in Engineering or related business field with 3+ years of experience in technical roles
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related business field with 1+ years of experience in technical roles
Master’s degree in Engineering or related business field
PhD in Engineering
in lieu of a degree, 5 plus years experience in technical roles
In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires USA Citizenship

Preferred Requirements

Technical experience with Instrumentation (i.e. pressure, strain, temperature)
Mechanical design experience using computer aided tools such as NX
Engineering testing experience in gas turbine systems
Experience interfacing with customers on technical program issues
Demonstrated project planning and management experience
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills including technical writing and presentations

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 #CLOENG #CLOLI

Job Category Validation and Verification

Job Posting Date 11 Aug 2026; 00:08 Pay Range $70,629 - $114,772-Annually Location: Indianapolis

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.