About the role#
As a Project Engineering Intern for the Civil engine programs, you will apply systems engineering and development skills to support the RB211-535, RB211-524, Trent 800, AE 3007, and AE 2100A engine models. These engines are significant revenue drivers with large fleets in operation worldwide. You will support safety, reliability, repair, maintenance, and performance initiatives to help maximize profit and customer satisfaction.
What you'll do#
- Serve as the technical point of contact for Civil engine models for airframers, customers, program management, and other internal functions.
- Lead technical projects, including the execution of internal processes like the Product Change Board and Integration Approval.
- Represent the engine program in technical meetings with customers, operators, and airworthiness authorities.
- Identify engine-level technical and program risks while creating and managing mitigation plans.
- Prioritize engineering product and service improvement projects.
- Develop and communicate plans and budgets to deliver improvements on time and within cost.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering at a 4-year university.
- Must be returning to school following the completion of the internship.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to write technical reports and deliver customer presentations.
- Excellent project and time management abilities.
- Willingness to work flexibly and travel between locations as needed.
- Preferred experience includes CAD, service or maintenance environments, data management, and prior internship or co-op experience in manufacturing or design.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12 weeks).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Benefits: Includes paid time off and a housing stipend.
About Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce is a public company based in London. It operates in the industrial machinery manufacturing sector. The firm specializes in civil aerospace, defence aerospace, power systems, and services. It employs more than 10,001 people.
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