Driver Development Coach

Motorsport Network, LLC; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

On-site gym facilities

Free daily food allowance

Employee benefits and wellbeing

Job summary

Red Bull Technology is seeking an experienced Driver Development Coach to guide the progression of Red Bull Junior Drivers within a high-performance Formula 1 environment. The role combines motorsport expertise, coaching ability and technical understanding to accelerate driver growth and maximise potential.

You will lead programmes, deliver simulator-based coaching, design tailored progression plans and collaborate with engineers to evolve methodologies across UK and international events.

Qualifications

• Proven track record competing at a high level in motorsport, with experience coaching or developing racing drivers.
• Degree qualification in Engineering, Sports Science or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, tyre behaviour, aerodynamics and performance engineering principles.
• Using data and performance analysis to support driver development and improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and provide constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Lead driver programmes focused on driving technique, racecraft, preparation, communication and performance review.
• Deliver simulator-based coaching and training activities to support the Red Bull Junior Drivers.
• Design and implement tailored plans, including objective setting, progression tracking and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with engineers to evolve methodologies and optimise simulator learning opportunities.
• Support driver scouting, assessment activities and selected testing or racing events in the UK and internationally.

Skills

Motorsport coaching

Driver development

Data analysis

Communication

Performance engineering understanding

Simulator coaching

Education

Engineering degree

Sports Science degree

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Driver Development Coach to play a key role in the progression of Red Bull Junior Drivers. Working at the heart of our driver programme, you will combine your motorsport expertise, coaching ability and technical understanding to help produce the next generation of elite racing talent.

To be successful in this role, you will have a strong background in competitive motorsport, alongside experience coaching, mentoring or developing drivers. You will be passionate about performance improvement, confident working within a high-performance Formula 1 environment, and capable of translating complex vehicle and performance concepts into practical development opportunities that accelerate driver growth and maximise potential.

Key Responsibilities

As Driver Development Coach, you will:

• Lead driver programmes focused on driving technique, racecraft, preparation, communication and performance review.
• Deliver simulator-based coaching and training activities to support the of Red Bull Junior Drivers.
• Design and implement tailored plans, including objective setting, progression tracking and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with engineers to evolve methodologies and optimise simulator learning opportunities.
• Support driver scouting, assessment activities and selected testing or racing events in the UK and internationally.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines genuine motorsport credibility with the ability to educate, inspire and develop elite young athletes.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Proven track record competing at a high level in motorsport, with experience coaching or developing racing drivers.
• Degree qualification in Engineering, Sports Science or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, tyre behaviour, aerodynamics and performance engineering principles.
• Using data and performance analysis to support driver development and improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and provide constructive feedback.

Desirable Experience

• Motorsport coaching accreditation, such as Motorsport UK or UKSCA qualifications.
• Having worked within driver academies, professional race teams or elite performance programmes.
• Previous simulator coaching, operation or development experience.
• Driver consultancy, talent identification or performance coaching environments.
• Knowledge of modern driver assessment frameworks and development methodologies.

What we can offer you

At Red Bull 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.

Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• On-site gym facilities
• Free daily food allowance
• Access to a range of employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives