Rolls-Royce

Engineering & Manufacturing

MechanicalControlUnitsDesignEngineer

$73–119k Indianapolis, Indiana, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Mechanical Control Units Design Engineer at Rolls-Royce. Skills: Mechanical control units, Control system hardware, Design changes. Develop control system hardware requirements. Guide suppliers through detailed design”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver required hardware; Meet all technical requirements; Meet all program requirements; Improve component reliability

Industry & Context.

Engineering & Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Root Cause Analysis; Problem-solving techniques

Eligibility Requirements

Relocation assistance available

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering, 1+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or control systems, Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering, PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace or Electrical Engineering, U. S. Citizen

Nice to Have

2+ years of mechanical engineering experience, Experience with control systems hardware design, Experience with change management and risk management processes, Experience with Root Cause Analysis and other problem-solving techniques, Knowledge of RTCA/DO-160 and MIL-STD-810 environmental testing standards

What You'll Do.

Develop control system hardware requirements

Guide suppliers through detailed design

Ensure delivered hardware meets requirements

Focus on aftermarket support

Investigate field issues

Process design changes

Evaluate non-conforming hardware

Own mechanical control units package

Look after performance and reliability

Resolve technical issues

Determine corrective action

Review non-conforming material

Identify cost improvements

Identify reliability improvements

Oversee qualification efforts

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Interface with external suppliers; Interface with internal engine program teams; Perform within a small team of colleagues

Full Job Description

## **Job Description** **Job Description** The Mechanical Control Units Design Engineer will develop control system hardware requirements, then guide Rolls-Royce approved suppliers through the detailed design process to ensure that delivered hardware meets all technical and program requirements. The role will focus on aftermarket support of our control system hardware which may include field investigations, processing design changes and evaluating non-conforming hardware. The Design Engineer may perform within a small team of colleagues to deliver the required hardware and associated documentation and will interface with both the external suppliers and the internal engine program 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. 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 i

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