Capability Manager - Repair Engineering

Job Description

Capability Manager – Repair Engineering

Full Time

Derby

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.

We’re seeking a Capability Manager to lead Repair Engineering in Derby. This is a critical role supporting the Aftermarket and Civil ET&S organisations, with a strong focus on reducing Shop Visit Costs across the business.

It’s an exciting time for Repair Engineering as we pivot into operational focus (lean and digitisation) and transformation through how we work.

As an Engineering Leader, you will lead a high-performing team, ensuring capability, capacity and delivery are aligned to both current priorities and future strategic needs. You will play a key role in shaping engineering strategy, deploying talent effectively, and driving operational excellence across the full engineering lifecycle.

Key Accountabilities

• Leadership of a highly capable Engineering team to deliver Repair solutions and support to the wider business.
• Work collaboratively to transform how we operate to improve how we identify, execute and validate Shop Visit Cost initiatives, this includes improved use of data through Digital/AI
• Work with Engineering for Services to help define
• Provide technical and functional leadership, ensuring safe, compliant and high-quality engineering delivery
• Establish robust governance and assurance frameworks, maintaining regulatory and lifecycle compliance
• Lead workforce planning and capability development, including recruitment, subcontracting and professional development
• Build and develop a high-performing team, embedding a strong culture of performance, accountability and continuous improvement
• Drive operational excellence through improved processes, tools, and knowledge management
• Partner with internal stakeholders and the global supply chain to ensure aligned, effective delivery

Key Experiences and any Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent
• Demonstrates sound engineering judgement and knowledge of the Sector Customers and Programmes
• Demonstrates effective leadership & engineering skills
• Capable of building high performing teams and effecting a positive shift in attitudes and behaviours
• Understanding of Company Quality policies and processes deployed within the resource group
• Experienced in applying process improvement techniques and driving business improvements

Regional Benefits

• 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!

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.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to Level C.

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.  

Grade: Level C

Closing Date: 16th June 2026

For more information, please contact: Sam Cushley – Sam.Cushley@rolls-royce.com

Job Category

Engineering for Services

Posting Date

02 Jun 2026; 00:06

Posting End Date

16 Jun 2026