Rolls-Royce

Assistant Chief Design Engineer

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Derby, Derbyshire, England, GBR

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Entry level

Aerospace • Defense

The Role

Manage systems design and integration through testing for a large engine demonstrator while leading design activities for a small engine demonstrator. Responsibilities include integrated design planning, design iteration and approval, systems team leadership, budget and schedule management, technical data governance, whole-product non-conformance assessment, lifecycle management, and technical decision approvals. The role requires engineering expertise in demonstrator or new product introduction environments, systems approaches, project management, and engineering team leadership.

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Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Chief Design Engineer - Future Programmes Civil.

Location: Derby/ Dahlewitz

Working Pattern: Full Time / Permanent

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Chief Design Engineer to join the Future Programmes Civil.

As ACDE for the Future Programmes Civil you will manage the Systems Design and Integration activity through the test phase of the Large Engine Demonstrator, whilst also leading the design activity for a Small Engine Demonstrator as we seek to gain entry to the single aisle market. The demonstrator environment is an opportunity to work on cutting edge technology, whilst also defining and enacting new, leaner, simpler ways of working.

What you will be doing

In this role you will act as a delegate for the CDE as required and assist CDE in flow down of sub-system and product system requirements.

Assist the CDE in the generation and creation of a robust whole product integrated design plan by managing the Design Iteration and Approval process on behalf of the CDE
Task and manage the allocated systems design teams including budget and planning requirements.
To capture, manage and maintain all critical data created within their team (e.g. technical reports, models, design data or validation & verification data) in line with the processes and guidelines defined by their capability.
Assess and sentence non-conformance at a whole product or system level.
Manage the Product Introduction Lifecycle Management (PILM) process on behalf of the CDE.
To ensure appropriate buy-off of key project decisions within their capability’s accountability, including consultation of relevant experts and initiation of peer reviews.

Position Qualifications:

At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles and for this role we are looking for someone with:

Qualified to at least degree level
Understanding of Product Change control including APQP and Product Introduction Lifecycle Management experience
Project Management experience in planning, controlling budgets and driving to schedules
Engineering and technical competence, demonstrated within and NPI or Demonstrator environment.
Experience applying Systems approach or equivalent (Robust Design lead, Black belt, etc.)
Experience in leading an Engineering team

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 committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.

This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade.

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Closing Date: 2nd September 2026

People Leader – Mark Taylor

Grade: Level C

For further information, please contact: Gauri Sood

Job Category

Mechanical Systems

Posting Date

19 Aug 2026; 00:08Posting End Date02 Sept 2026

Skills Required

Qualified to at least degree level
Understanding of product change control, including APQP
Experience with Product Introduction Lifecycle Management
Project management experience, including planning, budget control, and schedule delivery
Engineering and technical competence demonstrated in a new product introduction or demonstrator environment
Experience applying a systems approach or equivalent, such as Robust Design leadership or Black Belt methodology
Experience leading an engineering team

Rolls-Royce Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Retirement Support — Retirement support is strengthened by a U.S. 401(k) program and recent Indianapolis agreements that enhanced retirement benefits. This foundation is complemented by an ongoing company emphasis on competitive retirement provisions across regions.
Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity value is broadened through a global employee share plan with a broad-based grant in 2024. A matched-purchase program introduced in 2025 further extends access to share ownership.
Flexible Benefits — Flexible benefits are highlighted through a holistic, choice-based package and flexible working principles under the People Deal. Regional tailoring provides options spanning wellbeing, recognition, and other locally relevant rewards.