Ford Motor Company

Motorsports Aerodynamics Engineer

Ford Motor Company

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: ConcordMissouriNorth CarolinaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per year

About the role

  • 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.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering (Masters preferred).
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software and analysis techniques.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience with GitHub Cli, Linux, and Python (pandas, Matplotlib, reqwest, venv).
  • Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience with CAD software for design and modeling.
  • 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.
  • Previous work experience in automotive or motorsports aerodynamics.
  • Practical experience in wind tunnel testing, including test planning, execution, and data analysis.
  • Trackside testing experience.
  • A strong passion for motorsports and a deep understanding of vehicle performance dynamics.
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.
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Hard Skills & Tools
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)aerodynamic analysisComputer-Aided Design (CAD)wind tunnel testingdata analysisPythonGitHub CLILinuxpandasMatplotlib
Soft Skills
problem-solvingattention to detailcreative thinkingcommunicationteamwork
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Aerospace EngineeringMaster's degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster's degree in Aerospace Engineering