Airworthiness Engineer

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Rolls-Royce

Derby

On-site

Posted May 8, 2026

Job Description

Specialist Airworthiness Engineer

Derby

Permanent

Full Time

We are seeking a Specialist Airworthiness Engineer to act as a critical link between Rolls-Royce, regulatory authorities (including EASA), and internal engineering teams.

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.

This is a high integrity, stand-alone role requiring strong judgement, independence, and the confidence to challenge when necessary. You will provide expert oversight of airworthiness and product safety, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while safeguarding the integrity of engineering decisions.

You’ll play a key role in reviewing comprehensive technical documentation, influencing certification strategies, and maintaining strong relationships with regulators—while remaining an objective and independent voice within the business.

This is not a typical project based engineering role. You’ll be the go-to expert offering sound advice to the business—trusted to challenge, influence, and uphold the highest safety standards.

Why This Role?

Unique opportunity to operate as a trusted, independent authority within the business
High visibility role with direct impact on product safety and regulatory compliance
Exposure to senior stakeholders, regulators, and complex engineering programmes
Opportunity to shape safety standards and influence regulatory practices

What You will be doing:

Regulatory & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary interface with airworthiness authorities (e.g. EASA), maintaining strong and effective relationships
Interpret, negotiate, and influence regulatory requirements, including means of compliance for initial certification and changes
Represent the organisation on external airworthiness committees and regulatory forums

Product Safety & Assurance

Provide independent oversight of product safety and airworthiness compliance
Review and accept certification, service, and safety documentation, extracting key evidence to ensure safety and regulatory compliance
Identify and escalate any airworthiness concerns, ensuring timely corrective actions
Contribute to accident/incident investigations where required

Certification & Engineering Support

Support certification and continued airworthiness activities across projects
Review new designs, modifications, and repair instructions to ensure compliance
Guide teams on certification approvals, compliance reporting, and regulatory expectations
Approve certain documents under privileges granted by the regulator

Policy, Process & Continuous Improvement

Support the development and implementation of airworthiness policies and the Safety Management System
Act as a Subject Matter Expert for product safety processes
Provide training and guidance to internal teams on regulatory and safety requirements
Identify opportunities to improve safety outcomes and influence regulatory evolution

What We’re Looking For

Technical Expertise

Strong knowledge of airworthiness regulations and certification processes
Experience working with international regulatory authorities (e.g. EASA)
Broad understanding of aerospace products and in-service operations

Skills & Behaviours

Critical thinker with strong analytical capability—able to review comprehensive technical documents and identify key risks and insights
Independent and resilient—comfortable operating as a stand-alone specialist and challenging stakeholders when required
Confident communicator—able to influence senior stakeholders and regulators
Sound judgement with the ability to balance safety, cost, and delivery considerations

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Professionally accredited (e.g. Chartered Engineer or working towards)
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. Royal Aeronautical Society) is desirable

Regional Benefits

Our People are our power, so when join Rolls-Royce you are offered more than a salary. You are given a choice of flexible benefits from life insurance to gym discounts and tax free cycling.

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!
Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes

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.

Closing Date: 21st May 2026

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.