Motorsports Aerodynamics Engineer

Ford Motor • Allen Park, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is crucial in optimizing the aerodynamic performance of our racing vehicles, directly contributing to our success on the track. The Aerodynamics Engineer will leverage advanced computational tools and experimental methods to design, analyze, and refine vehicle shapes, ensuring maximum efficiency, downforce, and stability in competitive environments. This role is hybrid and requires at least 4 days per week onsite in either Allen Park, MI or Concord, NC.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or a related field (Masters preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software and analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated experience with CAD software for design and modeling.
• Proficiency with GitHub Cli, Linux, and Python (pandas, Matplotlib, reqwest, venv)
• A strong passion for motorsports and a deep understanding of vehicle performance dynamics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a creative approach to engineering challenges.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with a proven capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• A relentless drive to innovate and achieve peak performance.
• The ability to think critically and analytically to solve complex aerodynamic problems.
• A collaborative spirit and the capacity to contribute effectively within a high-performance team.
• Adaptability and resilience in a rapidly evolving competitive landscape.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous work experience in automotive or motorsports aerodynamics.
• Practical experience in wind tunnel testing, including test planning, execution, and data analysis.
• Trackside testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to analyze and optimize the aerodynamic characteristics of racing vehicles and components.
• Utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to create and modify aerodynamic surfaces and components for simulation and testing.
• Plan, execute, and analyze data from wind tunnel testing of scale models and full-scale vehicles to validate designs and gather critical performance insights.
• Develop innovative aerodynamic solutions to enhance vehicle speed, handling, and stability, always striving for a balance between downforce and drag.
• Collaborate closely with design, vehicle dynamics, and other engineering teams to integrate aerodynamic considerations into the overall vehicle development process.
• Interpret complex aerodynamic data, generate comprehensive reports, and present findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Research and implement new methodologies and technologies in aerodynamics to continuously improve development processes and vehicle performance.
• Ensure all aerodynamic developments comply with relevant motorsports regulations and technical specifications.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level