Senior Model Design Lead – Aero Engineering

Van Amersfoort Racing; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Life assurance

Childcare benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Tech scheme

Car scheme

On-site gym

Job summary

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team in Silverstone is seeking a Lead Model Design Engineer to own delivery, resources and technical assurance for an allocated Model Design area. You will translate aerodynamic requirements into manufacturable solutions and ensure your team has the priorities and support to succeed.

This leadership role combines technical assurance and people management. You will set priorities, manage resources, and coordinate with other functions to resolve cross-functional

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent; leadership of delivery in fast-paced aero environments.
• Strong CATIA and 3D CAD skills; design for manufacture and assembly.
• Experience ensuring structural, tolerance and verification approaches.
• Experience owning Model Part Generators and release processes.
• Knowledge of FIA Restricted Wind Tunnel Testing requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery timing and quality for the allocated Model Design area.
• Apply appropriate mechanical design, CAD, and manufacturing principles.
• Review and progress manufacturing, build and non-conformance issues; escalate barriers.
• Own Model Part Generator capability across the area.
• Ensure configuration, checking and release arrangements align with standards.
• Manage test readiness and respond to design-related test issues.
• Act as principal delivery interface and escalate risks to Head of Model Design.

Skills

Engineering degree

Leadership

CATIA

3D CAD

Design for Manufacture

Structural knowledge

Tolerance & Verification

Wind tunnel experience

Model Part Generators

Project delivery

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CATIA

3D CAD

Job description

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team in Silverstone is seeking a Lead Model Design Engineer to own delivery, resources and technical assurance for an allocated Model Design area. You will translate aerodynamic requirements into manufacturable solutions and ensure your team has the priorities and support to succeed.

This leadership role combines technical assurance and people management. You will set priorities, manage resources, and coordinate with other functions to resolve cross-functional