Operations Supervisor, Testing

Kodiak • Lancaster, TX

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About The Position

Kodiak Robotics is hiring an Operations Supervisor, Testing to oversee daily autonomous vehicle testing operations across its operational design domains (ODDs). The supervisor leads Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators, ensuring test runs are safe, efficient, and conducted to high operational standards. The role combines technical understanding, hands-on support, people leadership, and coordination with Engineering and Operations Management to improve test execution and data quality.

Approximately once every four weeks, the supervisor travels to a remote industrial testing site with sparse amenities to oversee an on-site crew. Activities there include new customer truck bring-up and integration, validation of new software deployments, and additional software testing as project needs evolve.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in AV testing, fleet operations, or related automotive environments.
• Demonstrated success in a working-lead or supervisory role in a fast-paced, safety-critical setting.
• Strong understanding of AV systems, testing workflows, and operational safety practices.
• Ability to manage shift-based teams while maintaining high productivity and morale.
• Familiarity with autonomous systems, fleet management, and test execution processes.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks and operational risk management principles.
• Ability to communicate calmly and structurally under pressure and convey complex operational details clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Accountable and composed leadership, balancing team oversight with hands-on involvement.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement in safety, efficiency, and process discipline.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily testing operations while supporting on-site test execution and troubleshooting.
• Ensure testing complies with Kodiak’s standard operating procedures, safety policies, and project priorities.
• Coordinate with other supervisors to execute tests using a shared pool of Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators, maintaining throughput and fleet utilization.
• Serve as the on-shift decision-maker for operational issues and escalate critical matters as appropriate.
• Track and report shift-level performance metrics, including throughput, test completion rate, and issue resolution.
• Review team documentation for accuracy and completeness, and ensure proper escalation and communication.
• Identify process gaps and performance trends and implement corrective actions with management and engineering teams.
• Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions, ride-alongs, and evaluations to support skill development and operational consistency.
• Promote safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement across testing teams.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety protocols, and CDL/HOS compliance requirements where applicable.
• Coordinate with supervisors, leads, and cross-functional teams to ensure effective shift handoffs, shared situational awareness, and aligned priorities.
• Travel approximately once every four weeks to a remote industrial testing site to oversee its on-site crew.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian, including a medical plan with infertility benefits.
• Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies.
• Long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance.
• Wellbeing benefits, including Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, and Spring Health.
• Fidelity 401(k).
• Commuter benefits, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and HSA.
• Incentive programs, including referral bonuses and patent bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed