Job DescriptionHelicopter Programs Lifecycle Engineer

Indianapolis, IN

As the Helicopter Programs Lifecycle Engineer, you will be responsible for executing investigations into in-service events for the M250, RR300 and CTS800 engines.  This includes collecting and analyzing data and event descriptions provided by field service reps and operators. You will also coordinate efforts of design, performance, controls, and metallurgical engineers, determining root cause and corrective action, and providing technical information to program management, field service reps, operators, and OEMs.  You will be responsible for the complete Red Top process, assisting Air Safety Investigation as needed during initial investigation, coordinating numerical risk assessment, identifying containment actions, determining root cause, and drafting closure documents. Supporting publication of CEBs will be part of your responsibilities along with providing input into Technical Variances approvals and identifying service-related product improvements.  Reports to:  Technical Lead – Lifecycle and Safety for T56/Helicopters.

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To ensure we continue to be pioneers of our industry, Rolls-Royce has a team of over 16,500 engineers around the globe. They include everyone from world experts in their field to those who manage hundreds of people and millions of dollars’ worth of investments. We recruit engineers at all levels and in a range of disciplines. And while we encourage specialisation, we also offer freedom to cross-specialise and develop skills across a number of different areas.

At Rolls-Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer, and more competitive power.

Rolls-Royce is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. You can learn more here.

Key Accountabilities:

Lead investigations into and identify root cause and corrective action for in-service eventsLead Red Top closure process for specific helicopter engine investigationsLead internal activities to resolve operator or Field Service Representative technical inquiriesDefine and implement containment programs and corrective actions necessary to maintain continued safe operation of the productInitiate Service Bulletins to support operators, OEM’s, and AMC’s (Authorized Maintenance Center)Initiate design changes required to address specific field events and proceed them through the initial design change gateProactively support improving engine and component reliability utilizing maintenance data from FAST (AMC and on-wing LRU removal data) and trend monitoringCommunicate the status of service issue investigations via technical briefings both internally and to OEM customers, operators, and airworthiness authoritiesDefine and manage budgets for major service-related deficiency investigationsAct as secretary for the Project Product Safety Review Board (PPSRB) and coordinate weekly Red Top meetings

Basic Requirements:

Associate’s degree in engineering with 4+ years of experience, ORBachelor’s degree in engineering with 2+ years of experience, ORMaster’s degree in engineering, ORJD/PhDTo be considered for this role, you must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred Requirements:

Experience with field service or design engineering2+ years of experience in Lifecycle engineeringExperience interfacing with customers on technical program issuesGas turbine engine installation, verification, and performance experience

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

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 Inclusion strategy here.

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.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Closing Date: October 11, 2024

 

Job CategoryEngineering for Services
Job Posting Date27 Sept 2024; 00:09
Pay Range$88,334 - $132,502-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.