Mission Operator - Pittsburgh, PA (Contract - Overnight Shift)

Latitude AI • Pittsburgh, PA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Latitude AI is hiring a Mission Operator for its Fleet Operations team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The role supports development testing by operating test vehicles on local long-distance missions of up to 300–400 miles and on extensive travel missions, including multi-day trips across the United States. Travel may be up to 50%, and the position operates on a variety of schedules.

The Mission Operator performs vehicle start-up, system engagement and disengagement, and shutdown procedures; monitors and troubleshoots software and hardware systems while on the road; and conducts testing under strict safety and compliance protocols. The role also requires maintaining detailed vehicle performance reports and working closely with engineers to share feedback on system performance. Operators are expected to represent Latitude professionally in public settings and prioritize the safety of all road users.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Motor Vehicle Record checks, ten-panel drug screening, and criminal background checks are conducted before employment and periodically thereafter.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and two years of employment experience.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of residence and ability to meet Latitude AI’s minimum driving record requirements, verified through Motor Vehicle Record checks before hire and periodically thereafter.
• Ability to pass ten-panel drug screening and criminal background checks before employment and periodically thereafter.
• Comfort with long hours of driving and working in close quarters with others while maintaining professionalism and focus.
• Strong interest in technology, ability to adapt quickly to challenges, and willingness to embrace changes.
• Technical proficiency with computers, including typing, checking network connections, and navigating web-based applications.
• Basic troubleshooting skills and ability to identify software and hardware issues.
• Ability to contribute to a positive, professional work environment with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work autonomously or with limited oversight.
• Strong sense of responsibility and reliability, including arriving on time and ready to work.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new technologies.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree.
• Prior experience in technical driving, fleet operations, or vehicle testing environments where compliance and adherence to procedures were crucial.
• Familiarity with vehicle diagnostics and data logging tools.
• Familiarity with work management tools such as Jira, Slack, and Driver Schedule.

Responsibilities

• Drive test vehicles on local long-distance missions of up to 300–400 miles and on extensive travel missions, including multi-day trips across the United States.
• Perform daily start-up, system engagement and disengagement, and shutdown procedures for development vehicles.
• Monitor and troubleshoot software and hardware systems while on the road.
• Execute testing in accordance with safety and compliance protocols.
• Maintain accurate and detailed reports on vehicle performance.
• Collaborate with engineers and provide feedback and insight on system performance.
• Represent the organization professionally and responsibly while driving in public environments, prioritizing the safety of all road users.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED