Motorsports Lead Engineer Aerodynamics Modeling & Simulation
Concord, CA - USA
Job Summary
Job Description
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. The successful candidate is expected to report to Concord NC on a full-time basis.
The Role
At GM Motorsports we are driven by a clear purpose: to accelerate our teams ability to win on the racetrack and in the marketplace. Our vision is to be the benchmark of global motorsports excellence inspiring enduring passion for our brands and products through world-class performance innovation and teamwork. We are looking for people who share our mindset and core values ownership in organizational success a commitment to add value to our team and the courage to reject mediocrity in pursuit of exceptional results.
We are seeking a Lead Engineer - Aerodynamics (Modeling & Simulation) to join our GM Motorsports team. To maximize the probability that aerodynamic performance is delivered to the racetrack by transforming how simulation modeling and data are used across the aerodynamic development cycle.
This role provides technical leadership and strategic direction for aerodynamic modeling and simulation - ensuring that our development tools (CFD/wind tunnel) methods and metrics are predictive aligned and effective in driving on-track performance.
What Youll Do
Own the effectiveness of aerodynamic simulation and modeling in delivering track performance
Increase the hit rate of aerodynamic developments reaching the car
Define and evolve the simulation strategy across CFD wind tunnel and track domains enhancing computational and physical modeling capabilities
Improve confidence in development decisions through better correlation metrics and data usage
Strengthen decision-making frameworks across the development cycle
Increase reliability and predictive capability of aerodynamic tools
Align CFD wind tunnel and track data into a coherent development system
Partner across Aerodynamics Vehicle Performance Data Science and Trackside Engineering
Communicate clear insights risks and opportunities to senior stakeholders
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelors degree in Engineering
15 years of Formula 1 racing and technical regulations experience
Highly innovative and creative with a deep understanding of race car aerodynamics and typical flow characteristics and behaviors
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 3D/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
Travel to the UK or US from time to time as directed by the team and/or GM
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