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Rolls-Royce

Chief Audit Engineer

Rolls-Royce

Chief Audit Engineer responsible for conducting independent reviews of engineering programmes at Rolls-Royce. Identifying risks and providing guidance for technical issues and project requirements.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeDerby • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Conduct and report on independent reviews of all engineering programmes
  • Identify risks, recommend appropriate actions, and agree the adequacy of project responses
  • Provide independent Technical Assurance of Engineering Programmes as part of the PILM process
  • Provide independent input to the Safety Management System on behalf of the Technical Director
  • Provide guidance and assistance to Project and Sub-System teams in solving technical issues
  • Assess for and provide guidance on the efficient and effective functioning of the Engineering Capabilities
  • Assist Chief Engineers in meeting project, company, and regulatory requirements
  • Be a member of Product Safety Review/Assurance Boards when required

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Degree in Engineering or equivalent
  • Recognised by a relevant professional institute e.g. Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society
  • Accredited as a professional engineer e.g. Chartered Engineer or equivalent
  • Significant controls / units / software / cyber / digital experience would be preferred
  • Experience of working across the full PILM and product lifecycles process
  • Multi sector experience preferred, Aerospace experience essential
  • Leadership of project or function activity
  • Had a role with significant exposure to other functions and activities
  • Whole Engine Integration or multiple sub-system experience
  • Knowledge and reputation in key technical discipline and effective networking.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Generous Annual Leave
  • Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust
  • 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!

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Hard Skills & Tools
Technical AssuranceEngineering CapabilitiesPILM processWhole Engine IntegrationControlsSoftwareCyberDigital experienceProject lifecycleSub-system experience
Soft Skills
LeadershipGuidanceProblem-solvingNetworkingCommunication
Certifications
Degree in EngineeringFellow of the Royal Aeronautical SocietyChartered Engineer