Student Placement - Aero Thermal

Aston Martin F1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading F1 racing team located in Silverstone is offering a 12-month student placement in Aero Thermal. As part of a collaborative team, you will work on live engineering projects, gain hands-on experience in CFD, CAD, and wind tunnel testing, and contribute to optimizing car performance. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in aeronautical or mechanical engineering and possess strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Access to state-of-the-art technology campus facilities

Structured development plan

Fully equipped gym and on-site bistro café

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, adaptable, able to work under tight deadlines.
• Proactive and resilient, with a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Clear communicator, able to collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects using CAD and CFD tools.
• Participate in wind tunnel testing and analysis.
• Support aerodynamic concept scheming in CAD.

Skills

Curiosity

CAD proficiency

Understanding of aerodynamics

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Studying aeronautical, mechanical, or related engineering at degree level

Tools

CFD tools

CAD software

Job description

Overview

Application Deadline: 26 September 2025

Department: Aero Development

Location: Silverstone

Description

About the Placement Programme

Our Student Placement Programme is designed to give you more than just work experience – it’s your first step into the fast-paced world of Formula One.

During your time with us, you will:

• Work on live engineering projects that make a direct impact on car performance
• Follow a tailored development plan, with regular feedback to support your growth
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge tools, technologies and processes in motorsport
• Be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas
• Build skills that could set you up for a future career in Formula One.

This is an opportunity to develop, challenge yourself, and contribute to something extraordinary. If you share our racer’s spirit and want to write the next chapter in Aston Martin Aramco’s history, join us – where every team member plays a crucial role in our success, and your growth is as important as our achievements.

About the Role

As a student placement in Aero Thermal, you’ll play a hands-on role in developing and implementing aerodynamic and aerothermal concepts for our Formula One car. You’ll support projects from conception through testing and analysis, helping to optimise the car’s performance while learning how CFD, wind tunnel testing, and aerothermal simulations underpin real-world decision-making.

Your work may include:

• Work on projects using CAD, CFD, and wind tunnel tools
• Participate in wind tunnel testing and perform post-test analysis
• Contribute to drawing and scheming aerodynamic concepts in CAD
• Support CFD baselines, PIV analysis, and test methodologies
• Collaborate with other teams to resolve issues and ensure compliance with FIA regulations
• Take ownership of tasks, troubleshoot problems, and help improve overall aerodynamic performance.

No two days are the same – you’ll gain hands-on experience across simulation, analysis, and experimental testing, making a real contribution to the performance of the car.

About You

We’re looking for curious, committed students who share our racer’s spirit. You should be:

• Studying aeronautical, mechanical, or related engineering at degree level
• Developing an understanding of aerodynamics, aerothermal concepts, and CFD
• Comfortable using CAD and contributing to scheming and drawing concepts
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and able to work under tight deadlines
• Proactive, collaborative, and resilient, with a structured approach to problem-solving
• Curious, adaptable, and able to work well in a team-focused, fast-moving environment
• A clear and positive communicator, with a collaborative approach.

What We Offer

You’ll have the chance to develop professionally and personally in a unique environment, with:

• The chance to work on meaningful IT and project delivery initiatives that support a Formula One team
• A structured development plan tailored to your growth
• Access to our state-of-the-art AMR Technology Campus facilities in Silverstone, including a fully equipped gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, as well as an on-site bistro café and restaurant
• A supportive culture built around teamwork, innovation, and excellence.

At Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, we’re not just looking for placements – we’re looking for future innovators. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, learn from the best, and be part of a team driven by passion and performance, we’d love to hear from you.

We welcome applications from candidates within the UK and overseas, and visa sponsorship can be provided where required.

We are committed to making sure our selection methods are fair and inclusive. If you would like to request reasonable adjustments as part of your application, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know during the process.

Location: AMR Technology Campus, Silverstone, Northamptonshire

Placement duration: 12 months

Application deadline: 26 September 2025

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please share this in your application when asked.