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 an in-house hands-free advanced driver-assistance platform. The Mission Operator works in Fleet Operations, supporting development testing of vehicle software and performance by driving test vehicles on local and long-distance missions as well as extensive travel missions. The position involves operating vehicles on rotating schedules, following safety and compliance procedures, monitoring and troubleshooting systems, documenting performance, and sharing feedback with engineers. Travel, including air travel, is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 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, adaptability, and willingness to embrace change.
• Computer proficiency, 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.
• Responsibility and reliability, including punctuality and readiness to work every day.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new technologies.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire.

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 local missions of up to 300–400 miles and extensive travel missions, including multi-day trips across the U.S.
• Travel up to 50%, including air travel.
• Operate on rotating schedules.
• 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.
• Conduct testing in accordance with safety and compliance protocols.
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports on vehicle performance.
• Collaborate with engineers and provide feedback on system performance.
• Drive professionally and responsibly in public environments, prioritizing the safety of all road users.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED