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AO Racing is looking to add a talented Car Chief to its multiple championship winning LMP2 Program. Leading a Team of Mechanics: • Lead a team of mechanics on our Oreca 07 LMP2, ensuring work gets done and meets AO Racing’s standards and the car is ready for each event. • Work closely with Team Manager, Race Engineer, and Crew Chief to identify opportunities for improvement and collaborate with the team of mechanics to put these in place. • Delegate and monitor work for mechanics, ensuring everything is completed in the correct timeline. • Lead by example and motivate your crew through a culture of safety, craftsmanship, responsibility, and dedication. Vehicle Preparation: • Direct car preparation for each event, ensuring all development tasks and part tracking are complete. • Refine practices across all build departments and maintain an up to date deep technical knowledge. • Utilize HH Data Management for build, setup, and event information. • Perform and lead team in accurate vehicle setup and set down. At Track Tasks: • Responsible for ensuring that the mechanics and the car are ready to execute all phases of the event: • Vehicle service and preparation. • Setup changes, diagnostics, and repairs between sessions. • Lead the crew during pit stop execution and go over the wall to service the car during Pit Stops. • Accurate post-event teardown and event-related information will be meticulously recorded, leaving no detail behind. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintain professional appearance of cars, equipment, and workspace. • Interaction with AO’s growing fan base and sponsors. • Involvement with the teams’ long-term planning and continued education and leadership training. • Stay current on technical specifications, event procedures, and pit lane rules. What you’ll need: • 10+ years in motorsports with focus on vehicle preparation, development, and event execution. • 2+ years as a car/crew chief in professional racing. • Prototype race car experience and training is plus • Oreca P2 experience is a plus • Expertise in disassembly, inspection, and reassembly to technical specifications; strong understanding of setups and safety systems. • Excellent communication and leadership skills. • Proficiency in machining (lathes, mills, drill presses, band saws). • Ability to work safely with hazardous materials; knowledge of emergency procedures. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. • Experience in car setup and parts lifeing per manufacturer parameters. • Valid US passport and international travel. Why AO Racing? There are many benefits that come with working with us as a Full-time employee such as: • 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees and their eligible family members. • Life Insurance • Retirement Plan • All travel expenses covered • Modern, clean, and well-equipped shop • Great team environment and work ethic • Race team uniform and equipment • Tuition Assistance Program • AO Racing Merchandise discount program • On-Site Gym • Competitive Pay & Bonus Program