Aerodynamics Model Technician

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team; Brackley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading team in the world of Formula One as an Aerodynamics Model Technician, responsible for manufacturing and assembling aerodynamic models for testing and development. The position requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to work collaboratively in a technically sophisticated environment. Full-time shifts with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement are part of this exciting role.

Benefits

On-site gym and exercise studio

Subsidised restaurant

On-site parking with EV chargers

Generous bonus scheme

Mercedes car lease scheme

Private medical cover

Life assurance

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of working materials used in model production.
• Flexibility in hours and approach is required along with a ‘can do’, ‘team playing’ attitude.
• The ability to work under minimal supervision and to strict deadlines is essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of parts for Wind Tunnel model and various manufacturing processes.
• Assembly and checking of Wind Tunnel models to design specifications.
• Provide technical feedback on component fitment and procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of working materials

Knowledge of model assembly

Flexibility

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Job description

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Brackley, UK

At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.

Brackley, UK

At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.

Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.

Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many.

About the Role:

An exciting new opportunity has opened for a Model Technician to join our Model Shop team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the manufacture and assembly of aerodynamic models and related parts for development and testing. The role also encompasses the responsibility of assisting in development tests in the Wind Tunnel.

The role will be working an early/late shift pattern which is working Monday to Friday on a weekly rotation; with early shift starting at 06:00 and finishing 14:30 and late shift starting 14:00 and finishing at 22:30.

Key Accountabilities (Duties):

• Preparation of parts for use on the Wind Tunnel model from and a variety of different manufacturing processes.
• The assembly and checking of Wind Tunnel models to design and development specifications.
• Executing model changes in the Wind Tunnel for aerodynamic development tests and liaison with the aerodynamicists to achieve performance targets.
• Maintaining good quality control for component manufacture.
• Provide technical feedback on the fitment and assembly of components to establish good design practices.
• Aid in the training and development of staff to ensure high level of flexibility within the area.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to establish best practice, improve quality, and productivity on the Wind Tunnel model.
• Ensure processes are operated and carried out safely and maintained in accordance with the manufacture’s recommendations and department risk assessments.
• Managing and maintaining the stock of consumables used in part preparation.
• Help with the development and support of departmental processes and procedures.
• Support Wind Tunnel tests in accordance with an agreed rota or shift system.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.
  
  

Candidate Profile:

• Good knowledge of working materials used in model production.
• Knowledge of model assembly and fitting model components would be advantageous.
• Flexibility in hours and approach is required, along with a ‘can do’, ‘team playing’ attitude.
• The ability to work under minimal supervision and to strict deadlines is essential.
  
  

Benefits:

Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.

We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.

Why us:

At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture where all of our team members are respected, empowered and valued.

Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find working with us rewarding and enriching.

Your Application:

We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please upload your cover letter and CV as one single PDF file.

Ref : REQ-250278

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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