Description
We're looking for a Senior Control Systems Track Support Engineer to join our fast‑paced trackside engineering team, supporting the operation, development, and optimisation of the electronic control systems that power our F1 car.
If you thrive under pressure, love solving complex technical challenges, and want to contribute directly to race‑winning performance, this role puts you right where the action happens.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and support the car's control systems during race weekends and test events.
* Assist with the development, validation, and optimisation of calibrations for clutch, differential, torque mapping, gearbox, and other control systems.
* Support setup and calibration work at the track to maximise performance and reliability.
* Help maintain and improve processes for efficient operation of F1 electronic systems.
* Prepare and update technical documentation for trackside procedures.
* Ensure all control software and calibrations meet FIA technical regulations.
* Investigate system issues using telemetry, HIL/SIL tools, and real‑time data analysis.
* Provide technical guidance at the track and escalate issues when required.
* Contribute to development of calibration, analysis, and optimisation tools.
* Support wider activities including clutch, gearbox, BBW, and differential systems.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electronics, Mechatronics or related engineering field.
* Solid understanding of embedded systems, real‑time control, and automotive electronics.
* Ability to analyse telemetry data and spot trends, behaviours, and anomalies.
* Strong knowledge of the F1 Standard ECU and control software.
* Proficiency with Matlab, Simulink and Stateflow.
* Experience with high‑speed data acquisition systems.
* Excellent analytical and control theory skills.
* Ability to work calmly under pressure and make confident technical decisions.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
* Willingness to travel extensively, both in the UK and internationally.
Every race, every session, every run — you'll be part of the team pushing performance forward.
Benefits
Investing in your career is paramount. We promote professional and personal development through a provision of learning opportunities and work with you to shape your career and realise your full potential.
As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, a cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and car scheme.
You will also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, featuring a new on-site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, a bistro café, and restaurant.
About Aston Martin F1
Embark on a journey with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to reshape history at our cutting-edge, sustainable campus in Northamptonshire. Combining our rich heritage with innovation, we bring fresh energy to the sport, driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and dominate the track. With new investment fueling our ambitions, we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success. As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like TEDSgroup childcare, cycle-to-work, tech, and car schemes. Plus, you can look forward to an on-site gym with fitness, spin, and yoga classes, as well as a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.
We are a business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and compassionate culture, where our team genuinely embodies our core values: Growth, Readiness, Empowerment, Excellence, and Nurturing.
Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. We strive to be a Team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through diversity in the workplace and promoting an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered and valued.
Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please share this in your application when asked.