Materials Specialist - Additive Manufacturing Lead

Rolls-Royce•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$114,400 - $185,900•Hybrid

About The Position

We have a great opportunity for a talented engineer to join the Rolls-Royce LibertyWorks team as a Materials Specialist. As a Materials Specialist, you will guide maturation of our additive layer manufacturing (ALM) technology for a variety of metals, including aluminum, titanium, and high-temperature nickel alloys. 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. Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline along with 5+ years of experience, OR Master’s degree in Engineering or related discipline along with 3+ years of experience, OR JD/PhD in Engineering
Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a high-level security clearance

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with ALM technology for metals (including aluminum, titanium, and high-temp nickel alloys)
Experience with ALM-adjacent technologies (examples: chemical milling, inspection methods)
Experience leading technology development programs
Experience with certifying aerospace components
Proficiency with material maturation using technology readiness levels (TRL) and manufacturing capability readiness levels (MRL, MCRL)
Materials or mechanical engineering, or materials science background preferred
Aerospace industry experience highly desired

Responsibilities

Lead the additive layer manufacturing (ALM) technology initiative for Rolls-Royce LibertyWorks from early technology to TRL-6
Oversee design of experiment (DoE) for development of ALM technology, as well as execution of the plan at Rolls-Royce and suppliers
Draft specifications related to ALM technology
Assist and lead activities required for fixed process approval
Assist and lead activities required for certification authority approval
Assist supply chain development for ALM technology, maintaining relationships with current suppliers and assessing technical capabilities of prospective suppliers
Assist with production readiness activities for ALM components
Advise program management of changes needed to the technology development roadmap and project plans to account for technical opportunities and challenges
Provide input to additive manufacturing strategy for Defense North America
Direct and mentor less experienced engineers as technical lead for ALM
Present work to internal and external stakeholders (customers)
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary engineering team for the design of aerospace components manufactured via ALM processes
Continued personal development is encouraged through one-on-one mentoring, attendance at industry conferences, and participation in specialized technical short courses