Principal Aerodynamicist

The FIA Single Seater Department has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Aerodynamicist to join its UK-based team.

In this role, you will actively shape the future of Formula One (F1) and its feeder series (F2, F3, F4, FRegional) through cutting-edge aerodynamic research and regulatory development.

As a senior member of the FIA aerodynamics team reporting to the Head of Aerodynamics, your work will directly influence the design and sporting equity of current and future generations of single-seater cars.

MISSIONSAND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute towards methodologies for determining the fundamental architecture of future F1 (and other) single-seater racing cars
• Develop a detailed understanding of whole-car and multi-car aerodynamic influences through hands-on use of innovative CFD analysis techniques
• Specify representative aerodynamic development conditions, calculation methodologies, and physics models to achieve robust aerodynamic solutions
• Use of CAD and coordination of surface designers to generate geometries to achieve agreed performance objectives.
• Analyse, report, and present aerodynamic results for both internal and external review
• Liaise with aerodynamic research consultants and contractors
• Assist in the formulation of Technical Regulations to capture the desired characteristics for future F1 (and other) single-seater racing cars
• Review and comment upon F1 team legality interpretations and participate in CAD-based legality checking of current F1 cars according to published Technical Regulations
• Remain abreast of the latest WT and CFD technologies, to help steer the future direction of Technical and Operational Regulations relating to Aero Testing Restrictions
• Maintain a positive relationship with the commercial rights holder and all F1 teams
• Complete all mandatory training within the specified timelines
• Operate safely and in line with the FIA health and safety requirements at all times
• Undertake other duties within your capabilities as your group manager may assign to you from time to time
• Attend up to 6 race/test events to provide general support for scrutineering activities, for which the successful candidate will be trained

PROFILE:

• University Degree in Aeronautical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in an F1 aerodynamic development environment
• Use of state-of-the-art aerodynamic (WT and CFD) development techniques and methodologies
• Current experience of scheduling, running, analysing, and reporting of F1 aerodynamic experiments
• Detailed understanding of F1 Technical Regulations
• Excellent communication, teamwork and diplomacy skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise ever-changing workloads within challenging deadlines.
• Ability to balance creativity and innovation with excellent attention to detail.
• Native or fluent English (written and spoken) with ability to concisely draft and appraise technical documentation.
• CAD skills in either Siemens NX or Dassault CATIA software.
• Knowledge of current CFD code methodologies, capabilities and limitations.
• Software development experience is an advantage, but not essential (eg Python).

Application deadline –30th May 2025
If you are interested, please send us yourCV and cover letter !

The FIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

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