Chief Audit Engineer

Job Description

Chief Audit Engineer

Full Time

UK (Derby, Bristol or Solihull)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chief Audit Engineer to join the Technical Assurance Team in Derby, Bristol or Solihull.  

Reporting to the Director of Technical and Safety Assurance, the Chief Audit Engineer will conduct and report on independent reviews of all engineering programmes, to identify risks, recommend appropriate actions and agree the adequacy of project and/or functional responses.

Significant controls / units / software / cyber / digital experience would be preferred.

What you will be doing:

The Chief Audit Engineer will be responsible for achieving an effective review process across all engineering programmes and capabilities, to identify risks, recommend appropriate actions and agree the adequacy of project and / or functional 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 as appropriate and promoting "lessons learnt" activity.
• 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.

Preferred qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred requirements:

• 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.

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.

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 be Level B.

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: Midnight 1st July 2026

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Job Category

Group Engineering (Product Safety)

Posting Date

23 Jun 2026; 00:06

Posting End Date

01 Jul 2026