Test Instrumentation Engineer - Technical Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Test Instrumentation Engineer – Technical Specialist

Working Pattern: Fulltime

Location: Indianapolis, IN

A new position has arisen for a Test Instrumentation Engineer - Technical Specialist. 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.

As a Test Instrumentation Engineer – Technical Specialist 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.

Why Rolls-Royce?

Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.

We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.

Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.

At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

Key Accountabilities:

• 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
• Train and mentor others in instrumentation, special measurement equipment and other specialist areas
• Demonstrate expert understanding of instrumentation and special measurement equipment
• Influence internal and external stakeholders to develop effective solutions
• Define and implement best practices in instrumentation across the organization
• Solve complex and unique measurement challenges to drive product validation
• May travel for off-site instrumentation and test support and represent the company while working with the customer

Who we’re looking for:

At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related business field with 5+ years of experience in technical roles OR;
• Master’s degree in Engineering or related business field with 3+ years of experience in technical roles OR;
• PhD in Engineering or related business field
• 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 expertise 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

Relocation assistance is available for this position if applicable.

What we offer:

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.

Job Category

Validation and Verification

Job Posting Date

30 Jun 2026; 00:06

Pay Range

$114,400 - $185,900-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.