Job Description

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Concord, NC on a full-time basis.

The Role

The role of a Senior Aerodynamics Test Engineer is critical in the high-stakes world of motorsports. This position encompasses a wide range of dynamic responsibilities, including close collaboration with GM’s key partner teams to optimize vehicle performance and the cultivation of strong relationships within the broader racing community. You will play a central role in physical testing, applying innovative and strategic methodologies during wind tunnel evaluations. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of aerodynamic principles and testing techniques, a passion for motorsports, and a strong commitment to teamwork and continuous innovation. The selected candidate will join a dedicated, high-performing team at the forefront of automotive engineering, contributing to the legacy and ongoing success of GM’s racing programs.

What You’ll Do

Work closely with other aerodynamics engineers, design engineers, and race team staff to improve the performance of the complete racecar, ensuring our wind tunnel tests are ran to the highest standards of efficiency and innovation

Provide direction and actionable data to GM race teams to improve weekend performance

Support full car and subsystem models for use in detailed aerodynamic tests

Provide critical input with planning, preparation and execution of wind tunnel tests

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Additional Job Description

What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a closely related subject with coursework in Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics

5 or more years of experience in the automotive motorsports industry

Proficiency with engineering tools including 3D CAD software, CAE methods and analysis of experimental Data

Solid understanding of best practices in experimental aerodynamics

Basic proficiency in scripting and programming languages

Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems, including data collection and processing

Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, constantly evolving environment, with a talent for organization, collaboration, and communication

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

High attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting and contribute to shared goals

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Masters or PhD in mechanical, aerospace/aeronautical engineering, or closely related subject

7 or more years of Motorsports wind tunnel testing experience, measurement techniques and data systems

Knowledge of motorsports race series regulations

Working knowledge of CAD design software (Siemens NX preferred)

Experience with the architecture and performance of NASCAR, IndyCar, Formula 1, and LMDh race vehicles

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)



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