Join Rolls-Royce as a permanent, full-time Thermofluids Systems Engineer in Indianapolis, Indiana. In this entry-level role designed for emerging talent graduating between December 2026 and August 2027, you will design and analyze gas turbine air, oil, fuel, and thermal management systems for flagship defense programs with a salary range of $82,882 - $103,580 annually.
Requirements
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemical or aerospace engineering and/or a related degree required.
Minimum GPA of 3.0.
Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a high-level security clearance.
Basic understanding of gas turbine fluid system design, modeling, and analysis preferred.
Familiarity with heat transfer/thermals modelling and analysis preferred.
Programming skills in Visual Basic, FORTRAN, Matlab, Python, PERL, and/or C++ preferred.
Skills & Responsibilities
1-D network analysis and CFD: Perform detailed fluid flow analyses of gas turbine engine systems, subsystems, and components.
Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Execute heat transfer analyses of gas turbine engine subsystems and components.
Systems engineering concepts: Define whole engine fluid systems and support resolution of system-level issues working alongside multidisciplinary teams.
Engine development testing: Support testing through planning, monitoring, hardware inspection, data reduction, and model validation.
Potential transition routes: People from mechanical engineering or applied physics backgrounds may bring relevant fluid dynamics and programming skills, alongside meeting the mandatory engineering degree and U.S. citizenship requirements.
Job description
Job Description
LibertyWorks Thermofluids Systems Engineer
Duration: Permanent
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Why join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
Our emerging talent programs are designed to help you build your career from day one. You'll work on meaningful projects, learn from experienced colleagues, and develop the skills to make a real impact. That's Infinite Potential.
Role Overview:
We’re looking for a Thermofluids Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on flagship RR programs and play an important role in addressing some of the most complex and interesting technological challenges in Defense.
The Thermofluids Systems Engineer is responsible for designing and analysis of gas turbine air, oil, fuel, and thermal management systems along with component and/or subsystem thermal analysis. The role supports the entire product lifecycle from concept generation and evaluation to in-service support.
What you’ll be doing:
Performing detailed fluid flow analyses of gas turbine engine systems, subsystems, and components using 1-D network analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
Performing heat transfer analyses of gas turbine engine subsystems and components using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools
Applying systems engineering concepts to define whole engine fluid systems and support resolution of system-level issues. This will include working together with other engineers in Thermofluids, Engine Performance, Controls, Installations, Turbines, Compressors, Combustion, and Power Transmission Systems
Providing technical support to product design and support teams.
Supporting engine development testing through analysis or on-site test by planning, monitoring, inspection of instrumented hardware (pre and post-test), data reduction, and model validation
Preparing and deliver analysis results in formal and informal design reviews, and issue technical design reports
Who we’re looking for:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemical or aerospace engineering and/or related degree required
A strong passion for the future of technology
A willingness to work flexibly and travel between locations: in most cases, you’ll be able to meet the requirements in the location you are recruited to; however, we may need you to be flexible and travel between sites.
Open-minded, curious, and agile approach to work and career development
Basic understanding of gas turbine fluid system design, modeling, and analysis preferred
Familiarity with heat transfer/thermals modelling and analysis preferred
Programming skills such as Visual Basic, FORTRAN, Matlab, Python, PERL, and/or C++ preferred
Our behaviors drive us - we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. We’ll expect that of you, too.
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Work authorization eligibility: To be considered, you must also be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a high-level security clearance.
Graduation eligibility: Graduating between December 2026 and August 2027
What we offer:
Meaningful work from day one, with the support to help you succeed
A culture that invests in your personal and professional development
The chance to grow your skills while working on real projects in a global company
Join us and help create the technologies that will shape tomorrow. If you're ready to learn, grow and make a lasting difference from day one, we'd love to hear from you.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.
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Job Posting Date
02 Nov 2026; 00:11
Pay Range
$82,882 - $103,580-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.
