Aerodynamics Development Team Leader

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading F1 team in Milton Keynes is searching for an experienced Aerodynamicist to lead their development team. This role involves coordinating aerodynamic strategies, leading testing efforts, and inspiring team members to excel. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in F1 aerodynamic development and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary with bonuses and additional perks like private healthcare and an on-site gym are offered.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of F1 Aerodynamic development at the highest level.
• A proven track record of successful design implementation.
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for aerodynamic design and tests.
• Coordinate aerodynamic development in line with senior management strategy.
• Inspire team members to improve productivity and quality.

Skills

F1 Aerodynamic development

Design implementation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

At Red Bull Racing & Technology, we don’t just compete—we innovate, disrupt, and push beyond the limits of performance. We are driven by relentless ambition, cutting-edge technology, and the determination to win at every level. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, and we thrive on trust, creativity, and bold ideas. We celebrate wins as a team, big or small, because success is always a shared achievement.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented, experienced Aerodynamicist to lead one of our development teams.

Key Accountabilities:

• To lead a team that is responsible for concept design, tunnel tests, CFD tests, other forms of research, reporting and consideration of all aerodynamic data for future developments.
• Take the lead in coordinating all aerodynamic development within the group in line with the aerodynamic strategy of the senior management group of the Aerodynamics department.
• Act as a role model for all in the development team and inspire them in everything they do.
• Develop the human resources of the group.
• Instil among team members the continual desire to improve productivity, quality and accuracy of work.

Essential Competencies:

• Extensive experience of F1 Aerodynamic development at the highest level
• A proven track record of successful design implementation with a good grasp of the practical challenges involved
• A thorough understanding of the requirements of overall car performance
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively

What we can offer you:

At Red Bull Technology, we’re more than a Formula 1 team—we’re a high-performance innovation hub, pushing the limits of what’s possible. We thrive on big ambitions, bold engineering, and a relentless drive to win. Our success is built on trust, collaboration, and the belief that the best ideas come from those who dare to challenge the norm. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• A pension scheme
• On-site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And many more!

But above all, you’ll be part of a world-class team, powering cutting-edge technology and driving championship-winning cars. Ready to take on the challenge? Apply now and be part of the future of F1.

At Red Bull Racing & Technology, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We celebrate every success — together — and know that trust and collaboration are what drive us forward as one team.