Wind Tunnel Operations Engineer - F1 Racing Team (12-Month)

Raceforce Global; Bedford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Daily meals

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Employee assistance

Life insurance

Car scheme

Gym access

Many more

Job summary

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is seeking a Wind Tunnel Operations Engineer to ensure safe, efficient wind tunnel operation during aerodynamic tests. You will work with aerodynamicists and model technicians to prepare, run and maintain testing activities in a high‑performance environment.

The role is a 12‑month fixed‑term contract with responsibilities spanning preparation, operation and support of test programs, including weekend and night shifts.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification or apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical or aeronautical engineering.
• Previous wind tunnel testing experience, ideally in motorsport.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Good practical skills with hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Experience with 3D measurement and metrology tools.
• Knowledge of wind tunnel systems (MTS Flat-Trac, PIV).
• Methodical fault-finding and problem solving.
• Attention to detail and high-quality standards.
• Good computer skills and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the wind tunnel, test model and equipment for each session.
• Operate and maintain wind tunnel testing during aerodynamic programs.
• Collaborate with aerodynamicists and model technicians.
• Support test programs outside normal hours as required.

Skills

Wind tunnel testing

Reading technical drawings

Hand tools

Precision metrology

Leica/Polyworks

MTS Flat-Trac

PIV acquisition/processing

Fault finding

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Teamwork

Shift work

Tools

Wind tunnel equipment

Job description

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is seeking a Wind Tunnel Operations Engineer to ensure safe, efficient wind tunnel operation during aerodynamic tests. You will work with aerodynamicists and model technicians to prepare, run and maintain testing activities in a high‑performance environment.

The role is a 12‑month fixed‑term contract with responsibilities spanning preparation, operation and support of test programs, including weekend and night shifts.