Services Operation Officer - Certification Lead

Job Description Services Operation Officer – Quality & Certification Derby/ Hybrid Full time 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. Position Summary An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Services Operation Officer focussing on quality assurance & certification to support Aftermarket Operations in Derby. Your role is vital for Aftermarket Operations as it enables the business to ramp-up and utilise newly opened capacity for Trent 1000 quick turn maintenance events, and for the wider Services business to maintain fleet health across all operators. It is a fast-paced role and you will work closely with the certification team in EOS and other network partners. The individual will be involved in all gates in the MRO process to deliver certified engines and modules from our facilities. They will also be responsible for the root cause analysis of any issues identified during the value stream operation. We deliver the best jet engines in the world. We’re proud to be part of the pathway to net zero as we power society for generations to come. Work with us and we’ll welcome you into an inclusive culture, one that invests in your continuous learning and development, and gives you access to a wide breadth and depth of experience. This is a great opportunity to play an essential role in the successful delivery of conforming engines and modules to our customers. You will be leading the rectification of outstanding issues and co-ordinating cross functional teams to come together on a solution. We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. What you will be doing: You will ensure that all engines and modules released from the DAT programme network are compliant to Part 145 regulations and are a fundamental part of releasing engines to service for operators in time to keep their aircrafts flying. You will be responsible for: The overcheck of certification documentation and the configuration of modules prior to their release to service. Resolving customer queries regarding certification records. Maintaining in-service engine life records and archived records. Responsible for ensuring compliance to EASA Part 145 airworthiness regulations and AS9110 / ISO 9001 requirements. Reporting on status, resolving, and escalating open issues in line with operational deadlines. Who we are looking for: At Rolls-Royce we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles and for this role in particular we are looking for someone who has: Previous experience in aviation/aerospace manufacturing sector preferred. Understanding of Part 145 requirements – desirable. Understand quality tools, and product structures preferred. Good attention to detail and a collaborative mindset to deliver plans as part of a cross-functional team. Knowledge of aerospace engine / module build or configuration control systems – desirable. IT competence in MS software, SAP and other digital tools and executive systems desirable. Ability to work under minimal supervision with flexibility to support operational and customer commitments. Regional Benefits: Work in a safety-first environment where doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles. Join a culture that values making a real difference through your work. Develop your career as a mid-career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities. Thrive in a role that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience, and curiosity. Collaborate and build relationships in a team-focused environment while also working independently. Take initiative, lead, and make smart decisions with confidence and support. Grow through continuous learning, openness to improvement, and exposure to challenging opportunities. 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. Grade: SNBG Grade 7-10 Hiring Manager – Sophie Moxon Job Category Service Operations Posting Date 19 Jan 2026; 00:01 Posting End Date 01 Feb 2026 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet vital power needs.