Aero Production Systems Student Placement

Alpine; Enstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

On-site gym

Restaurant with daily allowance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Alpine Racing Limited, based in Enstone, invites students to join its Aero Production Systems team for a 12-month placement. You will support operational activities underpinning aerodynamic development, coordinating activities across departments and tracking progress from design to testing.

You’ll gain exposure to wind tunnel model delivery, test components, and development programmes, helping ensure on-time delivery and high-quality results in a fast-paced motorsport environment.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a degree in Aerodynamics, Engineering, Motorsport Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline, and seeking an industry placement during your penultimate year of university
• Experience with data and using it to identify trends would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and coordination of aerodynamic development activities and production schedules
• Assist in tracking the progress of aerodynamic components through design, manufacture, and testing
• Maintain and update departmental planning tools, databases, and reporting systems
• Monitor key performance metrics and support the preparation of reports and dashboards
• Assist with resource planning and workload management activities
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on operational efficiency and process optimisation
• Help coordinate component priorities and delivery schedules to meet development programme deadlines
• Contribute to process documentation and the development of standard operating procedures
• Support cross-functional projects aimed at improving collaboration, communication, and delivery performance

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelors in Aerodynamics

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Company

ALPINE RACING LIMITED

Job Description

Duration: 1 year
Start Date: July 2027
Location: Enstone

About Us

We are a high-performance Formula One Team driven by innovation, precision, and passion. Our Aerodynamics departmentis responsible fordelivering performance through the development and optimisation of aerodynamic concepts, using a combination of simulation tools and experimental testing. The Aero Production Systems team plays a vital role in ensuring aerodynamic development programmes run efficiently, supporting the operational processes, workflows, and systems that enable the rapid delivery of aerodynamic components and test activities.

As an Aero Production Systems Student Placement,you’llgain hands-on experience working at the intersection of engineering, operations, and project coordination, helping to support the smooth execution of aerodynamic development programmes in one of the most demanding environments in motorsport.

The Role

During the placement, you will support the operational activities that underpin aerodynamic development.Working closely with a range ofdepartments,you’llhelp coordinate activities,monitorprogress, analyse performance metrics, andidentifyopportunities to improve operational efficiency.

You’llgain exposure to the processes that support the delivery of wind tunnel models, aerodynamic test components, and development programmes, helping ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and coordination of aerodynamic development activities and production schedules

• Assistin tracking the progress of aerodynamic components through design, manufacture, and testing

• Maintain and update departmental planning tools, databases, and reporting systems

• Monitor key performance metrics and support the preparation of reports and dashboards

• Assistwith resource planning and workload management activities

• Support continuous improvement projects focused on operational efficiency and process optimisation

• Help coordinatecomponentpriorities and delivery schedules to meet development programme deadlines

• Contribute to process documentation and the development of standard operating procedures

• Support cross-functional projects aimed at improving collaboration, communication, and delivery performance

WhoWe’reLooking For

• Currently studying a degree inAerodynamics,Engineering, Motorsport Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering,or a related discipline, and seeking an industry placement during your penultimate year of university

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work

• Strong analytical skills and an interest in process improvement and operational performance

• Comfortable working with data and using it toidentifytrends and support decision-making

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

• Strong communicationand stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical teams

• An interest in engineering operations, production planning, project coordination, or business processes

• A proactive mindset with the confidence toidentifychallenges and suggest improvements

• Experience of working on team-based projects through university, Formula Student, part-time employment, or extracurricular activities would be beneficial

• A passion for motorsport and an enthusiasm for working in a high-performance environment

• You must have the right to work in the UK, as we cannot provide sponsorship for this role

• Be available to attend onsite for an assessment centre in September

What We Offer in Return

At Alpine Formula One Team, youwon’tjust contribute;you’llmake a direct impact on race car performance at the pinnacle of motorsport. Working alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry,you’llhelp shape innovation on a global stage.

Our purpose-built facilities in Enstone provide the perfect environment to thrive. We offer a competitive salary, private medical healthcare, full access to our free on-site gym, a fully catered restaurantwith a daily allowanceand a wide range ofadditionalbenefits designed to support your wellbeing and growth.

Beyond theperks,you’llbe part of a teamthat’spushing boundaries in Formula One. The thrill of pioneeringcutting-edgetechnology, combined with a collaborative and inclusive culture, creates unmatched opportunities for career development and personal achievement.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Alpine Formula OneTeam, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be their true selves. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to leading by example in promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our society.

Job Family

Alpine Racing UK

Renault Group is committed to creating an inclusive working environment and the conditions for each of us to bring their passion, perform to the full and grow, whilst being themselves.
We find strength in our diversity and we are engaged to ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, etc. If you have a disability or special need requiring layout of the workstation or work schedule, please let us know by completing this form.