Materials Test Engineer
Cypress, CA
As a Materials Test Engineer you will resolve problems, analyze factual information from multiple sources and identify effective solutions. You will be responsible for defined technical packages of working, be the point of contact within Materials Engineering, and actively promote, encourage, and support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement.
Innovate & Power the World
At Rolls-Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer, and more competitive power.
We deliver the best jet engines in the world. Through intelligent innovation and active collaboration, we’re putting our customers at the forefront of the aviation industry - and we keep them there. Our product portfolio powers more than 35 types of commercial aircraft, and with over 13,000 engines in-service around the world - we’re keeping the world flying.
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:
- Applying strong technical and functional knowledge of standardized and specialized thermo-mechanical test methods for ceramic composite material systems and their environmental and mechanical behavior and performance
- Setting-up, conducting, and documenting material testing activities that complies with the quality level of data generated
- Working with an integrated product team of design, materials and manufacturing engineers
- Executing material testing plans, coordinating suppliers, developing, writing and maintaining specifications, and identifying structure property relationships
- Directing daily work of test technicians
- Expand and maintain growing database of test results in highly organized manner
- Actively promote, encourage, and support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement both within and outside their immediate sphere and prompt action across the wider team
Basic Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 4+ years of experience, OR
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of experience, OR
- Master's or PhD, OR
- 6 years of experience in lieu of degree
- Technical experience relevant to the Engineering discipline
- An ability to apply logical, analytical, and innovative thinking to a range of technical problems
- Knowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks
- Membership in a relevant professional body appropriate to the region. In the UK - attained / working towards Chartered status is preferred
- To be considered for this role you must be a US citizen
Preferred Qualifications:
- Significant experience with thermo-mechanical test methods and equipment
- Good written and oral communication skills in English
- Strong knowledge of data acquisition systems and database management
- Ability to critically reduce and analyze test data and summarize in concise form
- Background in ceramic matrix composites or metal/polymer matrix composites in aerospace or related technical field
- Experience in identifying structure to property relationships
- Six sigma and/or LEAN knowledge
- Ability to identify and develop new suppliers
- ISO9001 / AS9100 experience
- Ability to travel up to 20%
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.
Our People are our Power
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.
At Rolls-Royce we embrace workplace flexibility. Our teams work in onsite, hybrid and remote work environments based on work and personal requirements. The specific arrangements vary from team to team. Please ask us about how we work on this team.
Relocation assistance is available.
Close Date: November 15, 2024
Engineering Materials
04 Nov 2024; 00:11
$106,001 - $159,002-Annually
Cypress, CA
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.
