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Rolls-Royce · Onsite · Bristol

Job Description

Product Performance Engineer

Full Time

Bristol

SNBG 7-10

 

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:

The Product Performance Engineer (PPE) role is part of the Global System Engineering & Product Performance (SEPP) Capability function.

The PPE role involves design, simulation and verification of engines/aircraft at whole system level to predict and verify emergent system attributes which arise from the integration of sub-system components.

The role encompasses a wide range of technical activities ranging from development of models from engineering first principles, 1D thermodynamic simulation, empirical modelling, understanding of certification requirements and physical testing. In addition, the role requires 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).


What you will be doing:

  • Own the definition of the product cycle.
  • Provide prediction and analysis of product attributes at the whole system/platform level.
  • Gather, manage and disseminate requirements from/to a range of internal and external customers.
  • Provide data to sub-systems for product design and development.
  • Define and manage system and product interfaces.
  • Provide support to bringing the product to market and product maturity.
  • Provide insight into product/aircraft interaction.
  • Manage relationships with internal and external customers.
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Who we’re looking for:

  • Bachelor's degree or Master's in Engineering or regional equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge in mechanical design methodologies and have an understanding of cross-discipline engineering concepts which include but are not limited to manufacturing engineering, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, thermal and mechanical analysis, cost engineering and product definition.
  • An ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems and make balanced decisions across technical and business parameters.
  • Knowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body appropriate to region. In the UK - attained/ working towards Chartered status is preferred (and equivalent regional variations).
  • Good communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organisation

 

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.


To work for the Rolls-Royce Defence business, you will need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place.


Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national. 

Job Category

Mechanical Systems

Posting Date

30 Oct 2026; 00:10

Posting End Date

13 Nov 2026
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