Performance Engineering Intern

Performance Engineering Intern

Indianapolis, Indiana

Who we are:

Whether we're building the world's most efficient large aero-engine or supporting NASA missions on the edge of space, Rolls-Royce is all about innovation. We invest over $1 billion every year into research and development and pioneer cutting edge technology. Working at Rolls-Royce means being part of a global team of around 50,000 bold, curious people, creating cleaner, faster, more competitive power. It means looking to the future, and shaping the world we live in.

The program:

The Performance team does the thermodynamic cycle design, simulation, and analysis of engines and power systems at a whole system level.

What you'll do:

As an intern, you will be exposed to a wide range of technical activities ranging from development of computer models from engineering first principles, thermodynamic simulation, empirical modelling, understanding of certification requirements and physical testing. In addition, you may be asked to learn integration skills to allow requirements, data, and product understanding to be gathered and disseminated across various stake holders (e.g. internal sub-system and component teams, airframers, regulatory authorities and customers).

Key Accountabilities

• Develop definition of the product thermodynamic cycle.
• Learn and utilize Numerical Propulsion System Simulation (NPSS) with background Thermodynamics, Test Analysis, and Air Breathing Propulsion
• Provide prediction and analysis of product attributes at the whole system/platform level.
• Use coding skills to build automation of data processing tasks
• Utilize data visualization to communicate technical results

What you'll need:

The ideal candidate will be:

• Customer focused
• Creative thinker and pragmatic problem solver
• Strong focus on driving compliance and improvement
• Ability to overcome challenges to complete delivery
• Comfortable with ambiguity - able to define and implement plans that achieve the business intent without being given detailed instruction
• Good communicator with a positive outlook when presented with challenges
• Committed to continuous learning
• Proficient in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and Matlab

Preferred qualifications (but not required):

• Experience in the performance-related support of the design and/or development of thermodynamic cycles
• Expertise in code development and configuration management in a collaborative environment.
• Knowledge in robust design techniques and visualization including statistical software such as JMP

Standing/Graduation eligibility: Candidate will be working towards a bachelor's, master's, or PhD in an applicable major relevant to the role. Candidate must be returning to classes in the fall following the internship to be eligible.

Relevant Majors:

• Physics
• Math/Statistics
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Work Authorization Eligibility: U.S. Citizen. There is no sponsorship for this role.

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 Diversity and Inclusion strategy here.

At Rolls-Royce we also support requests for flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

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Closing Date: January 20th, 2025

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Benefits

Interns are eligible for Paid Time Off; and a housing stipend.