Lead Wind Tunnel Model Design Engineer – F1

Paddock; Silverstone; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Life assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Tech scheme

Car scheme

Job summary

Aston Martin Formula One Team is seeking a Lead Model Design Engineer for Wind Tunnel Model Development at Silverstone. You will lead design, delivery and technical assurance across wind tunnel models, translating aero concepts into precise, manufacturable components while driving continuous improvement.

With a background in F1 wind tunnel model development, you will guide cross-functional teams, manage priorities, and ensure test readiness and quality for competitive aero performance.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent with proven wind tunnel model design delivery in F1.

Responsibilities

• Own the timing, quality and delivery of your Model Design area within the wind tunnel programme.
• Provide technical leadership across mechanical design, DFMA, and assembly.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Model Build to resolve design issues and ensure test readiness.
• Manage Model Part Generator capability and ensure FIA wind tunnel compliance.
• Drive model quality, test efficiency and risk management.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team with clear objectives.

Skills

Engineering leadership

3D CAD

CATIA

Manufacture & assembly

Structural integrity

Tolerances & verification

FIA wind tunnel rules

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CATIA

3D CAD tools

Job description

Aston Martin Formula One Team is seeking a Lead Model Design Engineer for Wind Tunnel Model Development at Silverstone. You will lead design, delivery and technical assurance across wind tunnel models, translating aero concepts into precise, manufacturable components while driving continuous improvement.

With a background in F1 wind tunnel model development, you will guide cross-functional teams, manage priorities, and ensure test readiness and quality for competitive aero performance.