Rolls-Royce
Engineering & Manufacturing
AerothermalEngineer
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Aerothermal Engineer at Rolls-Royce. Skills: Aerothermal engineering, Gas turbine systems, CFD simulation. Design gas turbine system components. Analyze gas turbine system components”
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
High-level security clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 2+ years of experience in mechanical design or control systems, Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, JD/PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, U. S. citizen, ability to obtain and maintain a high-level security clearance
Nice to Have
Exceptional people and communication skills, Familiarity using computer aided design tools, Proficient with aerodynamics, turbomachinery, airfoil design, and computation fluid dynamics (CFD), Competent with gas turbine engine architecture, thermodynamics, and heat transfer, Communicates aerothermal concepts clearly and succinctly with appropriate technical depth to variety of audiences, Works well in a collaborative, multidisciplinary, product focused team, Has a wide awareness of engineering issues & requirements
What You'll Do.
Design gas turbine system components
Analyze gas turbine system components
Simulate gas turbine system components
Define sub-system requirements
Interpret sub-system requirements
Issue sub-system performance maps
Issue sub-system bids
Understand aerodynamic design interface
Plan component rig tests
Execute component rig tests
Oversee component rig tests
Plan sub-system rig tests
Execute sub-system rig tests
Oversee sub-system rig tests
Assemble CFD simulations
Assemble experimental results
Assemble first principle analyses
Interpret CFD simulations
Interpret experimental results
Interpret first principle analyses
Report component capabilities
Report sub-system capabilities
Acquire capability via methods
Acquire capability via coding
Acquire capability via technology plans
Collaborate in communities of practice
Practice continuous improvement
Update best practices
Eliminate wasteful process steps
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Multidisciplinary teams; Product focused teams
Communication Scope
Technical depth
Full Job Description
## **Job Description** **Job Title: Aerothermal Engineer** **Working Pattern: Onsite/Hybrid in office 3 days/week** **Working location: Indianapolis, IN** **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. Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions. 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. **What you will be doing:** * Design, analyze, and simulate various gas turbine system components and sub-systems using a variety of methodologies, including meanline, throughflow, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). * Work with performance organization and system level design to define, understand, and interpret sub-system requirements and issue sub-system performance maps and bids. *
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