Rolls-Royce

Engineering & Manufacturing

PerformanceSpecialistEngineer

$114–186k Indianapolis, Indiana, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Performance Specialist Engineer at Rolls-Royce. Skills: Performance Specialist Engineer, Power and propulsion systems, Cycle analysis, Performance prediction. Perform power and propulsion cycle analyses. Perform performance predictions”

What You'll Achieve.

Satisfy an overall set of system requirements; Optimization of an application

Industry & Context.

Engineering & Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

System level issues; Thermodynamics principles; Whole Engine Sensitivities; Robust engineering techniques; Engineering methods

Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility to obtain and maintain security clearance, USA Citizenship

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 7+ years of experience in thermodynamics, 7+ years of experience in gas dynamics, 7+ years of experience in fluid mechanics, 7+ years of experience in engine, Master's degree in Engineering, 5+ years of experience in thermodynamics, 5+ years of experience in gas dynamics, 5+ years of experience in fluid mechanics, 5+ years of experience in engine, PhD in Engineering, PhD in Physics, PhD in Mathematics, experience in thermodynamics, experience in gas dynamics, experience in fluid mechanics, experience in engine design, USA Citizenship

Nice to Have

technical knowledge in design methodologies, understanding of multi-discipline engineering concepts, manufacturing engineering, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, thermal and mechanical analysis, Object oriented experience simulating/modelling gas turbine cycles, Object oriented experience simulating/modelling hybrid electric systems, Object oriented experience simulating/modelling cycle analysis, Object oriented experience simulating/modelling engine operability, Object oriented experience simulating/modelling sizing, Object oriented experience simulating/modelling preliminary design analysis, NPSS Experience in thermodynamic cycle modelling, proficiency in computer programming languages, Authoritative knowledge of visualization techniques, statistical software tools, robust design techniques and principles, collateral secret clearance or above

What You'll Do.

Perform power and propulsion cycle analyses

Perform performance predictions

Utilize computer simulations

Satisfy system requirements

Train others with NPSS models

Understand system level issues

Create innovative solutions

Influence thermodynamic system cycles

Support propulsion systems testing

Publish technical reports

Present technical engineering analysis

Present performance conclusions to customers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Play key role within cross-functional product teams; Supporting customer engagements; Presenting conclusions to stakeholders

Communication Scope

Publishing technical reports; Presentation of technical engineering analysis; Presentation of technical engineering results; Presenting conclusions to customers; Presenting conclusions to stakeholders

Full Job Description

## **Job Description** **Job Title:** Performance Specialist Engineer – LibertyWorks **Working Pattern:** Full-Time **Working location:** Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid-3 days onsite on avg.) As a Performance Specialist Engineer with Rolls-Royce LibertyWorks, you will play a key role within cross-functional product teams engineering and designing innovative power and propulsion systems. This role will also require supporting customer engagements as it pertains to cycle and system level performance optimization. **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. We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives 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** * Performing power and propulsion cycle analyses and performance predictions by utilizing c

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