Job Description

Control Systems Engineer

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Are you interested in how things work and why they go wrong? Can you see the connections between different parts of a system and how they inter-relate?

You may not think of power and propulsion systems right away, but your skillsets are vital for us to keep our customers safe. Rolls Royce works on a broad range of products, from aerospace engines (for military and civilian customers) to propulsion systems for trains and boats, to power infrastructure for use in a range of different environments.

We are looking for talented and passionate engineers who are at the beginning of their career and are interested in gaining experience in System engineering in a progressive and developmental environment. You will join an engaged, multi-disciplinary team of engineers who can help you understand the Controls System landscape and gain exposure across all its many dimensions. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience, while contributing to addressing some of the most important and challenging programs Rolls-Royce is working on currently and in the future. In addition, you will be a part of a wide organization, with a myriad of growth options available to you for a fulfilling career.

Who we are:

In this role, you will be based in the Electrical, Electronics, Software, Control System Design, and System Security (E24S) capability group. This group is part of the Rolls-Royce Engineering, Technology and Safety, the central home for engineering skills in the Rolls-Royce group.

The E24S group is made of a diverse group of engineering areas covering Software (traditional and model-base), Systems, Electronics, Electrical Power, and System Security. We work closely together in the design, integration, testing, in-service support, and supply chain management to ensure our customer’s needs are met.

What you'll do:

Control System Engineers work on a wide variety of projects to support Rolls-Royce’s diverse customer base. Engineers are responsible in areas including, but not limited to requirement development, system design, integration, and test.

As a Control Systems Engineer, you will be designing and developing power and propulsion systems, while working on a cross functional agile team under the direction of a senior engineer. Opportunities in this role include but are not limited to developing system requirements with internal and external customers, solving platform integration issues, creating digital models, verifying models and hardware on real-time simulators, and integrating and testing controls systems on real engines.

What you’ll need:

Candidates will be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, a problem-solving mindset, along with analytical and critical thinking skills.

Candidates will be:

• Knowledge of control system design
• Knowledge of requirements management
• Knowledge of system testing and data analysis
• Knowledge of simulation and modelling tools
• Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrate written and oral communication to a variety of audiences (e.g., team members, technical experts, and management)
• Demonstration of presentation skills both orally as well as visual management
• Ability to travel to worksites to perform responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Requirements:

• MatLab, Python, C or C++ programming. Knowledge of programming languages.
• Bachelors Degree or higher

Relevant Majors:

Educated to degree level in a STEM subject, including Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Computer Science

Standing/Graduation Eligibility:

You will receive your degree between May 2024 and August 2025.

Work Authorization Eligibility:

U.S Citizenship. No sponsorships are available for this role.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realize their full potential.

You can learn more about our global Diversity and Inclusion strategy here.

At Rolls-Royce we also support requests for flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

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Closing Date: January 15th, 2025

Job Posting Date:

06 Jan 2025; 00:01

Pay Range

$73,437 - $83,594-Annually

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.

Rolls-Royce is one of the world’s leading industrial technology companies. They create power to connect, power and protect society. Focussed on three core areas in Civil Aerospace, Defence and Power Systems, Rolls-Royce are determined to use their position as a global power group to play a role in creating a net zero carbon future for us all.