Aircraft Engine Test Mechanical - Assembly

Job Title: Aircraft Engine Test Mechanical - Assembly

Working Pattern: Fulltime - onsite
Working location: Indianapolis, IN

As an Aircraft Engine Test Mechanical – Assembly Mechanic you will install, operate, test and remove aircraft engines, engine components and other assemblies in the test stands. Make all necessary test connections and installs and removes test equipment as required.

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.

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:

With this attractive opportunity you will be required to conduct power generation maintenance actions to include basic measurement tasks, instrument systems, electrical systems, lubrication systems, ignition and starting systems, fuel metering systems, fuel systems, induction and airflow systems, cooling systems, exhaust and reverser systems, propellers, auxiliary power units and special test equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts maintenance and activities surrounding the assembling, disassembling, rework, repair, inspection and testing of experimental test articles, production units and related support equipment.

Who we’re looking for:

At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviors that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Basic Qualifications:

• FAA issued Powerplant license is required. Holding both licenses (FAA Airframe & Powerplant licenses) is preferred.
• Candidate must show that the license is in good standing with the FAA and have the ability pass a Rolls-Royce vision test.
• Should have mechanical experience, either automotive or aircraft. Must have a thorough knowledge of shop math and willingness to learn and apply new skills.
• Travel when necessary to support actions in the field.
• Normal shop conditions. Works around moving machinery, flammable fluids, high pressures and temperatures and may be subjected to excessive noise and may be required to work from a raised platform.
• In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Airframe & Powerplant license is preferred
• Associates or Bachelors degree preferred from a Technical School
• Military training on powerplant/airframe a plus

No relocation assistance for this position.

Please note: This is a Union hourly position, and the work schedule is 9/80.

What we offer:

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

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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.