Motorsports Aerodynamics Engineer

Racing is where our story began.

In 1901, Henry Ford climbed into a car he built himself—'Sweepstakes'—and beat America's most famous driver. He wasn't a racer, but he had to win. He did. Ford Motor Company was born from that victory.

That fighting spirit lives on in Ford Racing today. We're the engineers, strategists, and competitors who bring Ford's track-tested edge into every vehicle we build. Every track, every stage, every proving ground—that's where we prove ourselves.

The result: one of the world's most iconic brands, legendary nameplates, and a team unmatched in the industry.

Our mantra:
Race to win, engineer to lead.

If you're a competitor, innovator, or performance obsessive, Ford Racing is where you belong. Help us write the next chapter.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous work experience in automotive or motorsports aerodynamics.
• Demonstrated experience with CAD software for design and modeling.
• Proficiency with Git Hub Cli, Linux, and Python (pandas, Matplotlib, reqwest, venv)
• Practical experience in wind tunnel testing, including test planning, execution, and data analysis.
• 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.
• Trackside testing experience.

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a change maker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above?

No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works…