Mission Operator - Greenville, SC (Contractor)

Latitude AI • Greenville, SC

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About The Position

Latitude AI is building Ford’s autonomy roadmap and developing a hands-free advanced driver-assistance system. The Fleet Operations team applies this technology in real-world development testing. The Mission Operator drives development vehicles on local and long-distance missions, including trips of up to 300–400 miles and travel missions that may involve multi-day trips across the United States. The role operates on rotating schedules and requires travel, including air travel, with travel reaching up to 50%.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and at least 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; driving records are checked 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 openness to change.
• Technical proficiency with computers, such as 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.
• Responsibility and reliability, including showing up on time and ready to work every day.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new technologies.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis; employment eligibility will be verified at hire.
• Ability to travel, including by air.

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 important.
• 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 long-distance local missions and extensive travel missions, including multi-day trips across the United States.
• Perform daily vehicle start-up, system engagement and disengagement, and shutdown procedures.
• Monitor and troubleshoot software and hardware systems while on the road.
• Conduct testing according to strict safety and compliance protocols.
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports on vehicle performance.
• Collaborate with engineers by providing feedback and insight on system performance.
• Represent the organization professionally while driving in public environments and prioritize the safety of all road users.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED