Senior Aerodynamicist Engineer

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  • £45 - £50 per hour
  • Buckinghamshire, England
  • Contract


Our client, a leading entity in the automotive performance sector, is currently seeking a Senior Aerodynamicist Engineer. This contract position involves designing, testing, and optimising aerodynamic surfaces for high-performance Formula 1 cars and road supercars.

Key Responsibilities:

  • CFD and Testing: Analyse computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and run physical tests using 60% scale models in the wind tunnel.
  • Concept Generation: Create and iterate new aerodynamic geometry and surface concepts using CAD tools.
  • Cross-Functional Work: Collaborate closely with design engineers, model makers, and trackside teams to translate concepts into physical parts.
  • Data Correlation: Compare simulated data against real-world track or wind tunnel data to fine-tune vehicle performance.

Job Requirements:

  • Education: A degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, aerodynamics, or a closely related field.
  • Technical Mastery: Strong grasp of fluid mechanics, CAD software, and data analysis packages (like Python or MATLAB).
  • Experience: Prior background in high-downforce motorsports or elite automotive aerodynamic testing environments.


If you are an experienced Aerodynamicist Engineer looking for a new opportunity in a challenging and exciting automotive performance setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team.

Matt Honour Team Leader, Automotive

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