Chief Engineer - Aero Development

Motorsport-Total.com GmbH; Towcester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive team in Towcester is seeking an aerodynamics leader to oversee performance delivery for a specific car-year project. This role encompasses setting technical direction, leading development, and driving innovative solutions to achieve race-winning performance. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in aerodynamics, leadership capabilities, and proficiency in CFD methodologies. An exciting opportunity within a dynamic team that promotes inclusivity and personal growth.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of race aerodynamics.
• Experience in leading aerodynamic development.
• Strong expertise in CFD and aerodynamic testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead aerodynamic performance for a car-year project.
• Construct and communicate a development plan.
• Monitor and guide aerodynamic development.
• Promote a positive approach to development.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Race aerodynamics knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

CFD knowledge

IT skills

Tools

3DExperience/CATIA

MS Office

Job description

Description

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1®, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start‑up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition. We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution. We are one team. We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego‑free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them. A historic name behind us. Career‑defining moments ahead.

A New Chapter Begins.

Fueled by bold ambition

Play your part in getting us on the grid.

Closing Date: 5th January 2026

We’re seeking a proven aerodynamics leader to take ownership of performance delivery for a specific car-year project. You’ll set technical direction, lead the development program, and drive innovation to unlock race‑winning gains. Partnering with aero and technical teams, you’ll combine computational and experimental methods to deliver concepts that deliver on track—while inspiring your team and shaping the aerodynamic strategy that powers our next generation of success.

• Lead the delivery of aerodynamic performance for a specific car year project, with direct technical management and oversight of the aerodynamic development

• Work as part of the management group to construct a mutually agreed and communicated aerodynamic development plan

• Monitor, guide and directly contribute to the aerodynamic development progress, working closely with the aero development teams

• Promote an ambitious, positive, respectful, and logical approach to aerodynamic development with a clear strategic framework

• Utilize computation and experimental methods throughout the design and development process, with an innovative and questioning approach

• Suggest and contribute with new methods and processes to improve efficiency of aerodynamic ideas generation, design, testing, analysis, and reporting

• Contribute to collaborative discussions and efforts to improve whole-car performance, offering ideas and taking on board feedback from others

• Communicate key findings, opportunities, and threats to key stakeholders within the aerodynamics department and other key areas of the company

Requirements

Driven by high performance

What do you need to bring to the team?

• Highly innovative and creative, with a deep understanding of race aerodynamics and typical flow characteristics and behaviours

• Strong understanding of the Formula 1® Technical Regulations

• Experience in leading, managing and directly contributing to aerodynamic development across all areas of the car

• Strong experience in state-of-the‑art CFD/Wind Tunnel/Track aerodynamic testing approaches and methodologies

• Ambitious and self‑motivating with the ability to motivate and extract maximum potential from others

• Well versed with CFD and 3D CAD software (preferably 3DExperience/CATIA)

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

• Ability to line manage/lead teams effectively

• Clear and concise communication, verbally and written, including with key stakeholders and directors

• Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture

A team like no other.

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting‑edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry‑leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

At The Cadillac Formula 1® Team, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on Environmental responsibility, Sustainability initiatives, Inclusion and Health and Safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.