System Technician (Trackside)

Haas F1; Banbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A competitive motorsport team in Banbury seeks a Trackside Systems Technician to support on-car and garage electronic systems during race and test events. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include installation, fault investigations, and collaborative teamwork. Join us to further your passion for motorsport.

Benefits

Competitive bonuses

Year-round health and wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Raychem systems 25 and experience in high-level motorsport are essential.
• Certification in 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support all on-car and garage electronic systems at race and test events.
• Responsible for installation and management of electronics/systems components.
• Play an active role in fault investigations and solutions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical background in racing car electrical systems

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork ability

Education

GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent

Electrical training to HNC level

Tools

Electrical test meters

Soldering equipment

Harness retention tooling

Job description

Overview

2025 sees MoneyGram Haas F1 Team celebrate its tenth season in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. We’re a racing team, not a corporate machine, with three HQs – Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK and Maranello in Italy – and a culture of learning from each other. You’ll be involved in many different areas of the team, with visibility across the business and a clear view of your contribution. We’re looking for people who want to grow with us and help push the team forward.

The first American Formula 1 team to compete in the sport since 1986, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team made a points-scoring debut in 2016 and continues to grow with a clear direction and strong performance.

General Summary

Reports to the Trackside Systems Lead Engineer or their designee and is based in Banbury, UK. Supporting all on-car and garage electronic systems at race and test events. Responsible for installation and lifeing management of all Electronics/Systems components. Play an active role in fault investigations and resolutions. Involved in the set-up and pack-up of all equipment before and after an event. Factory tasks include preparing electronic parts for the next event as well as servicing, maintaining and fault managing sensors, harnesses and garage electrical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
• Responsible for electrical build and disassembly of the chassis prior to and post event, including fitting harnesses, sensors, termination on-car and mechanical installation of electronic equipment.
• Manufacture of small to medium harnesses, sensor termination and test box leads.
• Work closely with the car crew pre, during and post event to ensure electronic parts are delivered to the chassis and installed correctly and safely, maintained during the event and removed for reuse.
• Ensure standard daily systems technician tasks and additional assigned activities are completed thoroughly, aligned with initial build and event sessions.
• Carry out other activities as part of the Systems Technician role (not necessarily electronics/systems oriented), such as fitting the ES battery, fitting the floor with car crew, T-Tray testing, wheel fitting/removal and pit stop team participation.
• During sessions, assist with time-sensitive tasks as directed by the #1 Mechanic.
• Play an active role in electronic fault investigations, permanent rectifications and temporary solutions; maintain reliability at all times.
• Work with Trackside Faults team and Systems Engineer to report faults and propose immediate solutions and permanent fixes.
• Understand high and low voltage electrical design and navigate electrical system drawings to investigate issues and install components correctly.
• Attend pre- and post-event meetings to provide feedback for improvements to on- and off-car installations, tooling, design standards and procedures.
• Use the component Lifing System to manage electrical parts, monitor lifing transactions, and maintain stock of electrical components, consumables, test equipment and tooling.
• Procure electrical parts and consumables for assigned tasks and manufacturing needs; maintain current stock of on-car parts and highlight shortages.
• Pre- and post-event setup and pack-up of electrical and general garage and office equipment.
• Promote a safe working environment at the track and in the factory workshop; ensure components, tooling and equipment are in good order and stored correctly.
• Follow and enforce health and safety regulations at all venues; perform other duties as assigned by the Trackside Systems Lead Engineer or designee.

Education and Work Experience

GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent required. Further education including Electrical training to HNC level. Knowledge of Raychem systems 25 and prior experience in a high-level motorsport environment are essential. Ideally hold a 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations certificate, but not essential.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Strong technical background in racing car electrical and electronic systems. Ability to work to a consistently high standard in stressful and time-sensitive situations. Quick decision-making within a scientific and analytical framework. Ability to work well in a team with personnel at all levels.

Equipment and Applications

Use of electrical test meters and hand tools. Soldering equipment use. Harness retention tooling. Factory Cirris testing equipment. Computer literate.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Ability to work in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment with a methodical approach. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally and to work long and flexible hours, including weekends. Role may require lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, squatting and manual dexterity. Fast-paced work environment with machinery, race cars, 7-post rigs, grinding debris and hazardous fluids. All employees must comply with the Company Health and Safety Policy and related legislation.

This job description may not detail all duties that may be reasonably required by the manager.

EEO and Benefits

MoneyGram Haas F1 Team considers employees our greatest asset and strives to create a supportive, inclusive work environment. We value diversity and encourage unique perspectives and experiences. We offer rewards packages, competitive bonuses and year-round health and wellbeing programs.

Join Us

If you’re passionate about competition, technology and teamwork, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team could be the perfect fit. Motorsport is dynamic and offers opportunities for those who work hard and demonstrate dedication. Join our team and make your passion your profession.

Notice: Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful, we would support the NSV process. UK residency guidance: normally you would need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years. Further details at the Civil Aviation Authority National Security Vetting (NSV) website: https://www.caa.co.uk/Commercial-industry/Security/Vetting/National-security-vetting/

If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for reference and security checks if successful. For more detail, salary and company information, use the apply link.