We are building a team capable of challenging at the very front of Formula One. As Head of Composite Manufacturing, you will play a crucial role in delivering the performance and innovation needed to achieve our ambitious goals. This is your opportunity to lead world-class manufacturing operations, drive technical excellence, and directly contribute to creating a car capable of winning races and championships.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the insourcing of composite manufacturing, including recruitment strategy, equipment installation, process optimisation, and capacity planning to meet performance and delivery targets.
Drive operational performance by optimising resource allocation, production schedules, workflows, and cost forecasting to deliver high-quality output efficiently and within budget.
Improve quality and delivery of composite assemblies by implementing robust process controls and partnering with the Quality team to meet exacting standards.
Develop the composite laminating function by growing the team, advancing skills, and introducing technologies such as CATIA workbenches, digital clean rooms, and laser projection systems.
Provide strategic leadership across all areas of composite production, setting clear goals, KPIs, and metrics, while fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and team empowerment.
Embed strong communication and collaboration with Production Control, Procurement, Build, Design, and Race Team to align priorities and ensure consistent delivery.
Champion operational excellence through visual management systems, executive and workgroup KPIs, and active participation in cross-functional performance reviews.
Manage and develop a high-performing team with clear responsibilities, aligned to our values and a culture of safety, transparency, and accountability.
Promote a positive, inclusive work environment through coaching, training, performance reviews, and leadership development.
Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, promoting a safety-first culture across all areas of responsibility.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Extensive knowledge of composite manufacturing processes within high-performance or motorsport environments.
Proven experience leading and developing technical departments in fast-paced, evolving settings.
Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver insourcing strategies, including recruitment, equipment commissioning, and process development.
Strong track record of delivering quality and efficiency improvements through continuous improvement and innovation.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
Experience managing costs and delivering manufacturing output within financial constraints.
Ability to remain calm, confident, and decisive under pressure, balancing multiple priorities effectively.
Commitment to developing people and fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and professional growth.
Clear understanding of Health & Safety requirements in a manufacturing environment, with a proactive approach to embedding standards.
Flexible, adaptable, and motivated by working in a challenging, high-performance team environment.
This is a full-time office-based role based at our campus in Silverstone, with additional requirement to travel to other locations where necessary.
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.
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