Instrumentation Engineering Technician

Instrumentation Engineering Technician
Indianapolis, IN

A new position has arisen for an Instrumentation Engineering Technician. This is an exciting opportunity to work on flagship Rolls-Royce programs and play a vital role in solving some of the most complex and interesting technological challenges in the industry while being part of a global team.

As an Instrumentation Engineering Technician you will be responsible for fabrication and application of sensors to test hardware, routing of leads, termination of sensors, and setup and operation of measurement and recording systems. This is a dynamic hands on role with direct interface with the instrumentation lab, assembly floor and engine test teams.

Rolls-Royce Corporation is at the heart of securing the future growth of the Defence business. We are delivering tomorrow's technology fast, by bringing together the company's best engineers, program managers, and business professionals. Working in partnership with Governments, primes, and new technology companies across the globe, we deliver future solutions, new and innovative power and propulsion concepts, technology, and applications to meet the customers emerging requirements.

To ensure we remain at the forefront of our industry, Rolls-Royce has a team of over 17,000 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 specialization, we also offer options to cross-specialize and develop skills across a number of different areas. Create an enduring legacy. 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 excellence and innovation.

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:

• Typical sensors include strain gages, thermocouples, thermal paints, thermal crystals, pressure tubing and transducers, accelerometers, tip clearance and blade tip timing measurement systems, aerothermodynamic rakes and probe assemblies, and signal transmission devices such as slip rings and telemetry systems
• Work includes: fabrication of the sensors and systems, sensor application technique development, design and fabrication of simple fixtures or test apparatus, inventory and chemical management, providing assistance during engine assembly and test, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining measurement systems
• Provide engineering design support; coordinating with team members to develop sensor application techniques, installation and routing plans
• Write department procedures as necessary to improve efficiency and capture lessons learned, as well as help train and develop less experienced technicians
• May work independently, be part of a team performing like tasks, or act as a specialist in a particular area depending on experience level and complexity of the task
• May travel for off-site instrumentation and test support and represent the company while working with the customer
• Additional duties as assigned
• A practical skills evaluation will be given after sufficient progression in the hiring process
  

Basic Qualifications:

• In lieu of a degree, 2+ years of experience working in technical roles
• Associates degree or higher in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Electronics or Aviation with 0+ years' experience working in technical roles
• Experience with Gas Turbine Power Systems
• In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires USA Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Team Leadership Experience
• Instrumentation sensor application experience, ideally with high temperature and/or rotating sensors.
• FAA Powerplant or Airframe & Powerplant licenses
• Machining, soldering, welding, brazing, avionics, or electronics experience
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal; good interpersonal skills
• Ability to utilize computers and common software
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
• Understanding of basic mathematics, measurement systems and scales
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% of the time
  

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.

Relocation assistance is available for this position if applicable.

Closing date: February 28, 2025

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.