Model & Test Technician Apprenticeships – Silverstone

About the role

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team is offering two apprenticeship pathways at its Silverstone facility: a Model Technician Apprentice in the Aerodynamics department and a Test Technician Apprentice. Both programmes provide hands‑on experience in elite motorsport while you work towards a Level 3 Diploma Engineering Fitter Standard – Model Maker qualification.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in manufacturing detailed wind‑tunnel components using 3D printing, CNC processes and hand‑finishing techniques.
• Interpret CAD models and engineering drawings to produce accurate parts and assemblies.
• Support the assembly, modification and maintenance of aerodynamic test models within a wind‑tunnel environment.
• Learn and apply workshop processes such as trimming, bonding, part preparation, spray finishing and precision fitting.
• Work with a variety of materials including composites, rapid‑prototyping materials and metals.

Required profile

• Ambitious, driven individuals with a passion for motorsport engineering.
• Interest in developing specialist model‑making and engineering skills.
• Willingness to attend one day‑release training per week at The Engineering Trust’s Bicester campus.
• Ability to follow technical drawings and work safely in a workshop environment.

Required skills

• 3D printing
• CNC machining
• CAD model interpretation
• Model‑making techniques
• Composite fabrication
• Rapid prototyping
• Metalworking
• Spray finishing, trimming and bonding processes

What we offer

• Apprenticeship delivered in partnership with The Engineering Trust.
• Day‑release training one day per week at the Bicester campus.
• Progress towards a Level 3 Diploma Engineering Fitter Standard – Model Maker qualification.
• Mentorship from experienced instructors, assessors and industry professionals.
• Hands‑on experience within a world‑class Formula 1 aerodynamics team.