Fluid Mechanics & Thermofluids Engineers
// Role Summary
Rolls-Royce is seeking experienced Fluid Mechanics & Thermofluids Engineers to join their Defence business, focusing on optimizing aerospace propulsion systems. This is a full-time professional role based in Bristol, Derby, or Solihull.
// Key Responsibilities
- Analyse and optimise airflow, fuel, oil, and thermal energy in advanced aerospace propulsion systems.
- Contribute to product performance, efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Requires a degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in aerothermal analysis, thermofluids, thermal systems, fluid mechanics, or performance engineering is essential.
- Security Check clearance is required; Rolls-Royce will support the application process.
- Must be a UK national or, in approved cases, a dual national.
// Role Specification
About the Role: Fluid Mechanics & Thermofluids Engineers
Rolls-Royce is looking for talented Fluid Mechanics & Thermofluids Engineers to contribute to a variety of current and future projects within our Defence sector. If you have a passion for understanding and optimising the complex flow of air, fuel, oil, and thermal energy through world-leading aerospace propulsion systems, this role is for you.
Our Fluid Mechanics teams are integral to ensuring the peak performance, efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance of our cutting-edge products. We are keen to connect with engineers who possess expertise in aerothermal analysis, thermofluids, thermal systems, fluid mechanics, and performance engineering.
What You Could Be Working On:
- Aerothermal Engineering
- Thermofluids Systems
- Air Systems
- Fuel and Oil Systems
- Thermal and Thermo-Mechanical Analysis
- Performance & Environmental Engineering
- System Modelling and Simulation
- Product Verification and Development
What We're Looking For:
- A Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering degree, or equivalent practical experience.
- Proven experience in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, or similar disciplines.
- Strong analytical skills and a robust modelling capability.
- The ability to resolve complex technical challenges within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Experience within the aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated industries is considered a significant advantage.
Why Join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce, we are proud of our legacy in shaping the modern world and are committed to driving progress by powering, protecting, and connecting people globally. Joining us means you'll have the chance to work on groundbreaking solutions within a supportive culture that values individuality as our greatest strength. We believe that diverse perspectives fuel innovation and enable our high-performance culture.
We are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where diverse perspectives drive innovation and where everyone can achieve their full potential.
Security and Nationality Requirements:
To work within the Rolls-Royce Defence Early Life Cycle business, all individuals must hold a Security Check (SC) clearance. Rolls-Royce will provide support for the application process if you do not currently possess this.
Due to the sensitive nature of the work and the need to protect critical assets, we can only consider applications from individuals who are UK nationals. In specific, MoD-approved cases, dual nationals may also be considered.
Selection Process:
As part of our recruitment process, candidates in certain locations may be invited to complete an online assessment. This may include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. Detailed instructions for the next steps will be provided if required.