12-Month Aerodynamics Industrial Placement

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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.
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Closing Date: 23rd January 2026
We have an exciting opportunity for a 12-month Aerodynamics Graduate Industrial Placement student to join The Cadillac Formula 1™ Team at our state-of-the-art facility in Silverstone. As part of the Aerodynamics Department, you will work closely with Aerodynamicists, CFD Engineers, and Model Technicians to support the development, testing, and validation of aerodynamic concepts.
Key Responsibilities
- Support wind tunnel testing activities, including test planning, model preparation, configuration control, and data acquisition
- Produce clear reports and visuals to communicate test results and development progress
- Track and report key aerodynamic performance metrics to support departmental decision-making
- Undertake in depth data analysis projects to help the department better identify areas for potential performance improvement. This may be operational performance, system performance or aerodynamic performance
- Contribute to the development of processes and automated tools for analysing and visualising data from CFD, wind tunnel, and track testing
- Assist with CFD post-processing and contribute to aerodynamic performance analysis
- Take ownership of defined tasks within the aerodynamic development cycle, with guidance from senior team members
Driven by high performance
What do you need to bring to the team?
- Currently studying for an MEng degree in Aeronautical, Aerospace, or Aerodynamic Engineering (ideally having completed Year 3 of 4)
- Strong understanding of aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, and CFD fundamentals
- Experience using CFD tools such as STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or ANSYS Fluent
- Working knowledge of Python for data processing or automation
- Basic proficiency with CAD software (e.g. CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks)
- Proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for motorsport and innovation
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.
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