Chief NASCAR Aerodynamics & Track Test Leader

Oshkosh Corp.; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 119,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation’s Pratt Miller aerodynamics team in Huntersville, NC seeks an experienced aerodynamics leader to drive aero targets for NASCAR programs. You will coordinate wind tunnel tests, analyze data, and integrate findings into race vehicle specs and simulations, working with aero, CFD, design, and fabrication teams.

The role focuses on real-world performance, correlation with CFD, and delivering actionable results for on-track verification, with travel for tests and events as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required.
• Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years professional motorsport or automotive aerodynamics experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead interface between Pratt Miller aerodynamics group and NASCAR race teams to communicate aero targets and development needs.
• Lead development of aero targets and integration into full-vehicle simulations and aeromaps.
• Organize wind tunnel test planning, coordination, execution and analysis.
• Lead aero perspective of track testing including planning and analysis.
• Incorporate aerodynamic developments into actionable vehicle builds with traceability.
• Develop aerodynamic instrumentation needs for wind tunnel and track testing.
• Correlate CFD and wind tunnel results to improve models and real-world performance.
• Communicate findings clearly to customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Aero development leader

Test planning

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

CFD/wind tunnel understanding

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aerospace Eng

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Catia Generative Shape Design

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation’s Pratt Miller aerodynamics team in Huntersville, NC seeks an experienced aerodynamics leader to drive aero targets for NASCAR programs. You will coordinate wind tunnel tests, analyze data, and integrate findings into race vehicle specs and simulations, working with aero, CFD, design, and fabrication teams.

The role focuses on real-world performance, correlation with CFD, and delivering actionable results for on-track verification, with travel for tests and events as required.