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# Aero Performance Engineer

- **Company:** Audi
- **Location:** Lavamünd, Austria
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Tools, Strategies of Testing
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.studentjob.at/stellenangebote/8602164-aero-performance-engineer

## About the Role

* BSc, MSc or PhD in Aerospace Engineering or Motorsport with aerodynamics focus
 * Proven F1 experience in an aerodynamicist or aero performance engineering role (experience in other top-tier motorsport series also valued)
 * Strong knowledge of aerodynamic measurement techniques
 * Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python programming
 * Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
 * Ability to perform effectively under pressure with strong attention to detail
 * Solid understanding of current Formula 1 aerodynamic principles and car design
 * Willingness to travel to race events and test sessions
 * Fluent English; German language skills a plus

## Description

* Live monitoring and real-time assessment of aerodynamic behavior during track sessions (trackside or remote garage)
 * Provide feedback and recommendations to track engineering during race events
 * Conduct in-depth post-event aerodynamic performance and correlation analysis
 * Report findings to key stakeholders (Performance Director, Aerodynamic Development, Track Engineering)
 * Advance aerodynamic modeling techniques and associated software tools
 * Collaborate with the Wind Tunnel Methodology group and Aero Analytics on testing strategy and aero map generation


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