Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer

Red Bull; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport innovation company in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer to join its Aerodynamics Technology Development group. In this role, you will lead innovative projects for wind tunnel models and interact with multi-disciplinary teams. Candidates should have a proven track record in project management, software development (C#, Python, C++), and industrial control systems. A competitive salary is offered along with an attractive benefits package including a bonus scheme and private healthcare.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in C# and other programming languages.
• Knowledge of Beckhoff TwinCAT or Siemens TIA/Step7.
• Experience with hydraulic systems.
• Ability to understand mechanical system interactions.
• Experience with metrology solutions in wind tunnel environments.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems in motorsport.

Responsibilities

• Work within Aerodynamics Technology Development for innovative projects.
• Develop tools for aerodynamic development.
• Collaborate with the design team on wind tunnel model projects.

Skills

Project management

Software development with C#

Knowledge of Python and C++

Industrial control system development

Hydraulic systems development

Understanding mechanical systems control

Metrology solutions development

Data acquisition systems expertise

Job description

At Red Bull Racing & 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. We celebrate wins as a team, big or small, because success is always a shared achievement.

We are currently seeking a Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer to work within our Aerodynamics Technology Development group.

The group’s remit is research and development of tools for aerodynamic development. In this role you will be an integral part of our multi-disciplinary design team, involved in a variety of innovative and cutting-edge projects primarily for our state-of-the-art wind tunnel model and test facilities.

Applicants interested in applying for the above role will be talented, enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a proactive approach and the ability to learn, maintain and develop newmechanical, electrical, electronic and software systems.

Reflecting the multi-disciplinary nature of the role, applications will be welcome from candidates who can demonstrate professional experience across all the following areas:

• A proven history of project management across a range of complexity and under tight timeframes
• Software development using C#, and familiarity with other languages, e.g. Python and C++
• Industrial control system development, e.g. Beckhoff TwinCAT or Siemens TIA/Step7
• Development and maintenance of hydraulic systems
• Understanding of how mechanical systems interact and are controlled
• Use and development of metrology solutions used within a wind tunnel environment, e.g. Leica / Polyworks
• Expert knowledge of data acquisition systems typically used in motorsport, e.g. Pi Toolbox / Pi Diablo, Mclaren ATLAS / System Monitor.

What we can offer you:

At Red Bull Technology, we’re more than a Formula 1 team—we’re a high-performance innovation hub, pushing the limits of what’s possible. We thrive on big ambitions, bold engineering, and a relentless drive to win. Our success is built on trust, collaboration, and the belief that the best ideas come from those who dare to challenge the norm. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• A pension scheme
• On-site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And many more!

But above all, you’ll be part of a world-class team, powering cutting-edge technology and driving championship-winning cars. Ready to take on the challenge? Apply now and be part of the future of F1.

At Red Bull Racing & Technology, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We celebrate every success — together — and know that trust and collaboration are what drive us forward as one team.

Job Posting End Date Sun, 4 Jan 2026