We have an exciting opportunity to be part of the Performance Simulation Group as a Simulator Development Engineer
Summary:
The current Formula One regulations heavily limit real world testing of a F1 car. This makes the role of unregulated simulation indispensable in the development and optimisation of many areas of a Formula One team, particularly in Performance Engineering. The Team is currently expanding their DIL simulator capabilities with state-of-the-art technology to be able to maximise these opportunities.
Reporting to the Simulator Development Lead, the role will be focused on the development of the Team’s DIL Simulator capability. The position will involve close cooperation with the Vehicle Model Development Team and the Vehicle Performance Group. Regular contact with Software, Controls, Race Engineering and Aerodynamics departments will be expected.
The position is open to applicants from various experience levels, as the seniority level can be tailored to the successful candidate.
Departmental responsibilities:
- Integration of vehicle models for Real Time running in the simulator.
- Development of models for simulator specific subsystems.
- Shared responsibility in models correlation and driving experience quality of the simulator.
- Coding of simulation, automation and analysis tools.
- Development and testing of motion cueing algorithms.
- Control systems tuning of active mechatronic systems in the simulator.
- Maintenance and calibration of simulator hardware (visuals, control loaders, motion).
- Maintenance of the terrain and graphics tracks library of the simulator.
- Integration of (v)ECUs in the simulator. Simulator data logging infrastructure.
- Contact for technical support for simulator operations.
Skills, qualifications & experience:
Required:
- Excellent degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Data Science or a related discipline.
- Strong problem solving, mathematical and analytical skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team and with minimal supervision.
- Capacity to report complex technical information concisely and professionally to tight deadlines.
- Coding experience in MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++.
- Good knowledge of vehicle dynamics concepts.
Relevant (not essential):
- Qualification to postgraduate masters or doctoral level.
- Previous experience in high level motorsport.
- Motion cueing algorithms. Motion perception models.
- Real-time systems and HIL simulators (e.g., DSpace)
- Understanding of numerical methods, optimisation, statistics and control theory.
- Simulator operations and systems (LiDAR data processing, graphics, projection hardware & software)
- Modelling experience of mechanical/hydraulic/thermal/electrical systems for dynamic simulations, and model correlation techniques. Modelling software packages (e.g., DYMOLA).
- Use of tyre models for motorsport DIL simulators.
- SystemMonitor / TAG SECU, ATLAS.
- .NET C#, Python, VBA or other programming languages.
- JIRA, Git, Bitbucket.
Embark on a journey with Aston Martin Aramco® Formula One Team to reshape history at our brand new state-of-the-art, sustainable campus based in Northamptonshire. We blend our rich heritage with innovation, bringing new energy to the sport and a determination to challenge the status quo. Fuelled by fresh investment and commitment, we're poised to dominate the track and establish ourselves as a competitive force. To succeed on this mission, we're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success.
Not only will you be part of a high-performing and collaborative team, you will also benefit from a competitive package which includes a discretionary bonus scheme, contributory private health care and personal pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and a car scheme. Additionally, we have an upcoming on-site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, and a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.
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