Operations Supervisor, Testing

Kodiak • Lancaster, TX

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About The Position

The Operations Supervisor, Testing oversees daily autonomous vehicle test operations across Kodiak’s operational design domains (ODDs). The role leads Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators to ensure test runs are conducted safely, efficiently, and to high operational standards. It combines hands-on technical understanding with people leadership and strategic coordination, including managing shift performance, enforcing safety and compliance standards, and working with Engineering and Operations Management to improve test execution and data quality.

Once every four weeks, the supervisor travels to a remote industrial testing site with sparse amenities to oversee a dedicated crew conducting activities such as 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 productivity and morale.
• Familiarity with autonomous systems, fleet management, and test execution processes.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks and operational risk management principles.
• Ability to maintain calm, structured communication under pressure and explain complex operational details to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Accountable, 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 and actively support on-site test execution and troubleshooting.
• Ensure testing complies with Kodiak’s SOPs, safety policies, and project priorities.
• Coordinate with other supervisors using a shared pool of Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators to maintain consistent 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 appropriate escalation and communication.
• Identify process gaps and performance trends and implement corrective actions with management and engineering teams.
• Conduct one-on-one coaching, 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 applicable CDL/HOS requirements.
• Coordinate with supervisors, leads, and cross-functional teams to support shift handoffs, shared situational awareness, and aligned priorities.
• Oversee the on-site crew during periodic visits to a remote industrial testing site.

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 and patent bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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