Job Description Lifecycle Engineer - Controls Lifecycle Engineering Full Time Solihull/Derby – Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office) Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. Position Summary A new, exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lifecycle Engineer to join our Product Maturity & Cost team within Controls Lifecycle Engineering. The Controls Lifecycle Engineering team provides technical support for in-service mechanical and electrical system products across the Civil, Commercial and Business Aviation engine families, including air, oil, fuel and electrical Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) as well as maintaining the continued successful in-service operation and reliability of engine fleets. This includes processing and analysing LRU service data to provide insights and effect change to influence safety, reliability, and cost. The Lifecycle Engineer will be responsible for providing meaningful insights identifying opportunities for significant cost and maturity improvements. Motivated to see the realisation of these opportunities, they will be capable of leading their delivery through the appropriate channels. This role also provides ample opportunities to work with our network of internal and external Customers, Partners, Suppliers and Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul facilities, both driving the delivery of data and monitoring their performance. Highly flexible with an engineering background, they will be capable of supporting wider Lifecycle Engineering activities such as unit and fleet level investigations. The role can be based in either Birmingham or Derby depending on the candidates’ personal circumstances. What you will be doing Work with LRU Suppliers and Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul facilities to deliver improved cost and maturity support to Rolls-Royce. Develop key insights and metrics to understand LRU performance and highlight safety and reliability drivers with a focus on reducing cost. Present the analysis of these drivers for Project, Engineering and Supplier Management consumption. Identify and lead the change to address these drivers through the Lifecycle Engineering and Project processes. Support the wider Controls Lifecycle Engineering team with cost and maturity challenges. Position qualifications Educated to degree level in a STEM subject and/or have experience in a relevant engineering environment (Mechanical, Aeronautical, Electrical or Controls). Other qualifications, in combination with relevant experience, may also be considered. Candidates should be highly numerate with strong technical and analytical skills, problem-solving ability and capable of both component and systems level thinking. Familiarity with in-service and control systems operation, particularly for civil aerospace engine products would be advantageous. Highly self-motivated with excellent communication and presentation skills to influence both internal and external parties, at all levels of the business. Good time management and planning skills, able to prioritise and execute complex tasks in a high-pressure environment with an ability to identify and manage risk in collaboration with team members. Regional Benefits Generous Annual Leave Retirement Savings Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free! Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Closing date: 8th November 2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Engineering for Services Posting Date 23 Oct 2026; 00:10 Posting End Date 08 Nov 2026 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.

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