Embedded Engineering Lead

Embedded Engineering Lead 

Two – Three year International Assignment in Istanbul 

Full Time  

This is an exciting and unique opportunity for an experienced Engineering Lead to take a two -three year assignment based in Istanbul, Turkey.  

The purpose of this role is to bring Rolls-Royce MRO engineering best practice to our newest Approved Maintenance Centre in Istanbul. Turkish Technic will be inducting their first Trent engine in December 2027, and Rolls-Royce is committed to bringing our engineering knowledge and MRO experience to support Turkish Technic’s journey.  

What you will be doing: 

You’ll play a critical role in enabling Turkish Technic to successfully deliver overhaul capability for Trent XWB and Trent 7000 engines, aligned with Rolls-Royce strategy and standards. 

You will: 

• Lead technical consultation and capability build, ensuring full readiness for Trent XWB & Trent 7000 engine overhaul. 
• Work closely with Project Management, Engineering and Operations to shape implementation plans, roadmaps and engineering structures. 
• Act as the key technical interface between Turkish Technic and Rolls-Royce, coordinating access to specialist support and functions. 
• Coach and mentor engineers and technicians, transferring Rolls-Royce best practice across overhaul, repair and shop-floor execution. 
• Support translation of engineering methods into practical shop-floor processes and documentation, including route cards and technical instructions. 

Guide the setup and operation of: 

• Workscope and customer change management
• Change control and Method Verification Approvals (MVAs)
• First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) 

• Support preparation of Technical Variance (TV) requests and manage technical deviations with Rolls-Royce engineering. 
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for engine maintenance and repair. 
• Deliver training and re-training for engineering and workshop teams. 
• Support integration with digital tools and systems across engineering and operations. 

Who we are looking for: 

At Rolls-Royce, safety, collaboration and simplicity sit at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for people who live these values and enjoy working in complex, high-impact environments. 

You’ll bring: 

• Strong experience in engine overhaul and repair engineering within an MRO environment.

• Solid knowledge of the Trent engine family, including design features and overhaul processes. 

• Confidence using Rolls-Royce technical manuals and systems (e.g. CARE, EMP, OMSDs). 

• Strong understanding of quality and compliance frameworks such as FAIR, MVA, SABRe and NADCAP. 

• Working knowledge of airworthiness regulations (EASA, CAA or equivalent). 

• Experience working with cross-functional support teams (planning, logistics, quality, etc.). 

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence external partners. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to deliver solutions in fast-paced, evolving environments. 

• Comfort working with challenging deadlines and limited technical backup when required. 

• Experience in setting up new teams or MRO capabilities (highly desirable). 

• Good digital awareness and confidence using engineering and operational toolsets. 

What we offer 

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. 

Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location.  It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement.  As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week. 

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 Staff Grade SNBG 08-10

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: 29/01/2026

People Lead: Rebecca Shackleton

Recruiter: Ashley Ellis-Beeston