Chief Engineer - Aero Development

Cadillac Formula 1® Team; Towcester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team seeks an experienced aerodynamic leader to oversee aerodynamic development for specific car projects. In a role that combines innovation with leadership, the ideal candidate will enhance team performance and collaborate on critical developments while embracing the team's commitment to precision and excellence.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within motorsport.
• Strong understanding of Formula One Technical Regulations.
• Ability to line manage/lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead aerodynamic performance delivery for a specific car year project.
• Monitor and guide aerodynamic development progress.
• Communicate key findings and opportunities to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Innovation

Communication

Creativity

Tools

CFD

3D CAD software

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02.07.2025

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16.08.2025

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Job Description:

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition. We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution. We are one team. We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego-free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them. A historic name behind us. Career-defining moments ahead.

A New Chapter Begins.

Fueled by bold ambition
Play your part in getting us on the grid.

A lead role with key responsibilities for the technical management and direct oversight of the aerodynamic development of an individual car year project.

What you will be doing:

• Lead the delivery of aerodynamic performance for a specific car year project, with direct technical management and oversight of the aerodynamic development
• Work as part of the management group to construct a mutually agreed and communicated aerodynamic development plan
• Monitor, guide and directly contribute to the aerodynamic development progress, working closely with the aero development teams
• Promote an ambitious, positive, respectful, and logical approach to aerodynamic development with a clear strategic framework
• Utilise computation and experimental methods throughout the design and development process, with an innovative and questioning approach
• Suggest and contribute with new methods and processes to improve efficiency of aerodynamic ideas generation, design, testing, analysis, and reporting
• Contribute to collaborative discussions and efforts to improve whole-car performance, offering ideas and taking on board feedback from others
• Communicate key findings, opportunities, and threats to key stakeholders within the aerodynamics department and other key areas of the company

Requirements

Driven by high performance
What do you need to bring to the team?

• A minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within the motorsport industry
• Highly innovative and creative, with a deep understanding of race aerodynamics and typical flow characteristics and behaviours
• Strong understanding of the Formula One Technical Regulations
• Experience in leading, managing and directly contributing to aerodynamic development across all areas of the car
• Strong experience in state-of-the-art CFD/Wind Tunnel/Track aerodynamic testing approaches and methodologies
• Ambitious and self-motivating with the ability to motivate and extract maximum potential from others
• Well versed with CFD and 3D CAD software (preferably 3DExperience/CATIA)
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to line manage/lead teams effectively
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders/directors
• Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email
• Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture

A team like no other.

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

At Cadillac Formula 1, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on Environmental responsibility, Sustainability initiatives, Inclusion and Health and Safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.