Senior Aerodynamicist

Motorsport Network; Wantage; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the F1 motorsport industry as an Aerodynamicist. You will work with a team to enhance car performance by providing technical input, analysis, and leadership. This role demands a proactive attitude toward innovation and safety, making a significant impact on racing success.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerodynamic performance in F1 or similar.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Technical input for the F1 aero package.
• Analysis of CFD and experimental results.
• Assist in planning and running wind tunnel tests.

Skills

Analysis of CFD

Technical input and development

Guidance and leadership

Communication

Job description

Work as part of a team of Aerodynamicists to improve the aerodynamic performance of the car.

Main Duties:

• Technical input and development for an area of the F1 aero package
• Assist in the preparation and planning for wind tunnel test sessions.
• Analysis of CFD and experimental results.
• Provide guidance and leadership to more junior members of the team.
• Best use of WT/CFD personnel and tools to achieve aerodynamic performance targets.
• Awareness and understanding of the aero package within the group’s area of responsibility with a proactive attitude towards both continual improvements and technical innovations.
• Thorough analysis and reporting of CFD/WT results to establish robust aerodynamic solutions.
• Planning for / running of accurate and efficient WT tests.
• Maintain positive relationships and clear communication of information throughout the department and across the team.
• Assist Aerodynamic Project Leader and Manager in technical and managerial aspects when required.

Staff Development & Training

• Implement the company’s Health & Safety policy.
• Management training
• Technical training

Health & Safety

• Ensure that at all times you take care of your health and safety and that of others by complying with health and safety obligations, particularly by reporting promptly any defects, risks or potential hazards. Ensuring that all employees are aware of and comply with the Company Health and safety requirements and policy.
  
  

This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be required to carry out from time to time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities.

Company Description

For almost 50 years, Williams Racing has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name.

Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors’ Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers’ Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid.

Additional Information

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Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.