Skillbridge Program Trainee

Rolls-Royce • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

SkillBridge Field Service Representative Duration: 17 weeks Location: Little Rock, AR 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 in an Emerging Talent program, 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: The Military DoW SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences under DODI 1322.29. Separating Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after unit commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) provides written authorization and approval. Rolls Royce as a SkillBridge partner offers real-world training and work experience in in-demand fields of work while having the opportunity to evaluate the Service member’s suitability for the work. Military DoW SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Rolls Royce, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. The Field Service Representative will provide technical guidance and advice in the evaluation of unusual engine related issues from all levels of operations and maintenance on Defense Aerospace product lines. What you’ll be doing: Managing and maintaining close liaison with all relevant sections of customer organization, and Rolls-Royce Customer Support, Engineering and Program Management Analyzing results and publishing reports detailing procedures and conclusions Establishing and maintaining working relationships with all Field Service Representatives, and Deployed Operations Managers (DOMs) on all supported Defense programs. Similarly, establish and maintain working relationships with Customer Training Managers and Instructors Providing technical assistance in the form of written, phone calls, electronically or customer visits relating to aircraft engine operations, maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting and logistics support Utilizing and supporting Rolls-Royce and customer databases and diagnostic software programs on generated technical queries Who we’re looking for: 5 years relevant engine maintenance experience Experience maintaining, operating, testing or equivalent Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine experience Familiarity with the applicable regulations of relevant airworthiness authorities A Current FAA Mechanic Certificate with a Powerplant rating or international equivalent Experience with AE2100 engine Prior military experience An associate degree Our behaviors drive us - we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. We’ll expect that of you, too. Work authorization eligibility: U.S. Citizen 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 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. Closing Date: May 14th, 2026 Programme Job Posting Date 14 Apr 2026; 00:04 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.

Requirements

• 5 years relevant engine maintenance experience
• Experience maintaining, operating, testing or equivalent Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine experience
• Familiarity with the applicable regulations of relevant airworthiness authorities
• A Current FAA Mechanic Certificate with a Powerplant rating or international equivalent
• Experience with AE2100 engine
• Prior military experience
• An associate degree
• Work authorization eligibility: U.S. Citizen

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining close liaison with all relevant sections of customer organization, and Rolls-Royce Customer Support, Engineering and Program Management
• Analyzing results and publishing reports detailing procedures and conclusions
• Establishing and maintaining working relationships with all Field Service Representatives, and Deployed Operations Managers (DOMs) on all supported Defense programs.
• Similarly, establish and maintain working relationships with Customer Training Managers and Instructors
• Providing technical assistance in the form of written, phone calls, electronically or customer visits relating to aircraft engine operations, maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting and logistics support
• Utilizing and supporting Rolls-Royce and customer databases and diagnostic software programs on generated technical queries

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree