Senior Aerodynamicist

Visa Cash App RB F1 Team


Date: 11 hours ago
City: Milton Keynes
Contract type: Full time

Step into the thrilling world of Formula 1 with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team, in the endless search for performance and excellence, where every detail makes a difference.


Today’s Formula 1 calls for a high level of specialist skills in every area and we strongly believe that every member of our staff can and should lead innovation and continuous improvement in such a competitive and dynamic working environment.


Sounds exciting, doesn't it? Don't miss your chance to make an impact!


We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Aerodynamicist to be responsible for the generation of new aerodynamic concepts and designs for the race car, as well as efficient testing and analysis of those concepts. It is essential to ensure that the aerodynamic specification of the race car is constantly evolving to improve its performance. In this role you will have overall charge of the full development cycle of aerodynamic components, including concept, testing, analysis, and reporting, and help develop innovative aerodynamic processes, tools, and ways of thinking to push the boundaries of aerodynamic design and performance. Additionally, the role involves teaching and inspiring more junior aerodynamicists to achieve greater success.


Responsibilities:

  • Create new geometries using CAD;
  • Submit geometries to test in both WT and CFD and manage the process;
  • Analyse results from CFD and wind tunnel and recommend track test of performant geometries;
  • Define, specify and manage effective and efficient wind tunnel tests;
  • Conduct wind tunnel testing (some shift work will be required).
  • Suggest, investigate, (and where applicable) implement new methods and processes to improve efficiency of aerodynamic ideas generation, design, testing, analysis and reporting;
  • Provide flexible attendance and attitude to work, both in line with the requirements of the role and any specific requirements of the projects;
  • To work in a professional manner at all times regardless of the task set and be pro-active in promoting a positive image for the department / team/ sponsors.
  • Work with the team leader and deputy team leader to develop innovative aerodynamic concepts;
  • Oversee the work of aerodynamicists and junior aerodynamicists within their group. Advise and mentor them to improve their skills set;
  • Maintain and develop good relationships with aero performance group, aerodynamics development group leaders and senior aero management;
  • Communicate effectively with other groups such as model design, model shop, aero technology group, CFD methodology group, aero production and wind tunnel systems group.


Experience needed:

  • Previous extensive experience in F1 aerodynamics development.
  • Strong, broad understanding of aerodynamics to degree level or above.
  • A strong technical understanding of CFD and wind tunnel test techniques.
  • Experience of running WT testing programs.
  • Good CAD skills.
  • Initiative and Innovation.
  • Team-player attitude and the ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
  • The capacity to lead a project, solve complex problems and achieve performance targets within strict deadlines.


What we offer:

  • Working in a young, collaborative and international environment.
  • Tailored training.
  • Company Events / Briefings.
  • Free Gym Membership.
  • Bonus scheme.
  • Annual salary review process.
  • Private health care cover.
  • Company contributed pension scheme.
  • Life assurance scheme.
  • Cycle to work scheme.

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