F1 Wind Tunnel Operations Engineer (Fixed-Term)

Red Bull; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme

Life insurance

Car Scheme

Gym

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team seeks a Wind Tunnel Operations Engineer on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will ensure safe, efficient operation of the wind tunnel during aerodynamic test programmes, collaborating with aerodynamicists and model technicians in a high-performance environment.

Responsibilities include preparing the wind tunnel, assembling and maintaining models, installing instrumentation, and conducting pre-test checks.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification or apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical, aeronautical engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous wind tunnel testing experience is essential, ideally in Formula 1 or motorsport.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Good practical skills with hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Experience with 3D measurement and metrology tools (Leica, Polyworks).
• Knowledge of wind tunnel testing systems, like MTS Flat-Trac Rolling Road and PIV acquisition/processing.
• Methodical fault-finding and problem-solving approach.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality standards.
• Good computer skills and ability to maintain accurate technical records.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and night hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the wind tunnel, test model and associated equipment for each test session.
• Assemble, modify and maintain model components and test hardware.
• Support the installation, checking and operation of instrumentation and data acquisition equipment.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical adjustments as required.
• Monitor equipment performance and report faults or abnormalities promptly.
• Support fault finding, wind tunnel and facility activities.
• Complete functional, dimensional and pre-test checks according to procedures.
• Work closely with aerodynamicists and technicians to ensure safe, efficient tests.
• Comply with health, safety, quality and confidentiality requirements.
• Work flexible hours including weekends and night shifts when required.

Skills

Reading drawings

Metrology tools

3D measurement

Fault-finding

Team work

Shift work

Education

Technical qualification or apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical, aeronautical engineering

Tools

Leica

Polyworks

MTS Flat-Trac

PIV systems

Job description

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team seeks a Wind Tunnel Operations Engineer on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will ensure safe, efficient operation of the wind tunnel during aerodynamic test programmes, collaborating with aerodynamicists and model technicians in a high-performance environment.

Responsibilities include preparing the wind tunnel, assembling and maintaining models, installing instrumentation, and conducting pre-test checks.