Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer - Formula1

Red Bull Racing; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in Milton Keynes is looking for a Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer to join their Aerodynamics Technology Development group. This role involves working on innovative projects and developing cutting-edge tools for aerodynamic testing. Ideal candidates will have experience in project management and software development, specifically with C#, Python, and C++. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive team atmosphere focused on collaboration and high performance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• Proven history of project management across various complexities and tight timeframes.
• Strong experience in software development using C# and familiarity with Python and C++.
• Relevant industrial control system development experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in R&D for aerodynamic development tools.
• Involved in innovative projects for wind tunnel facilities.

Skills

Project management

C# software development

Python programming

C++ programming

Industrial control system development

Hydraulic systems maintenance

Metrology solutions development

Data acquisition systems knowledge

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