Test Driver, Autonomous Vehicles (Atlanta)

AeroVect • Atlanta, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for Autonomous Vehicle Operators to join AeroVect’s Atlanta-based team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating our autonomous airport tractors at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport as they move live cargo across the airfield. Your supervision of the vehicles will improve the performance and safety of our technology. You will work side-by-side with our engineering team, providing crucial feedback on vehicle performance and ensuring safe vehicle behavior. As part of the AeroVect team, you’ll have the chance to get hands-on with Autonomous vehicles in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Attention to detail, professionalism, care, and personal accountability – combined with a deep passion for safety – are key attributes required for the position.

Requirements

• Experience operating in Airside Environments
• Experience handling specialty vehicle types in complex environments
• A valid US Class C Driver's License, with 3+ years of driving experience with a clean driving record
• Experience in a lead or sole-supervisor role, demonstrating superior responsibility
• Being a reliable, detailed-oriented individual with strong communication skills
• Alertness and good driving instinct to monitor autonomous vehicle performance
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends
• Must be able to pass federal background checks and receive and maintain issuance of an airport security badge

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating an autonomous vehicle, or overseeing operations of autonomous machinery
• Experience with safety-critical infrastructure
• Basic computer programming skills. ROS experience is a plus.
• Interest in autonomous driving and aviation
• Test driving experience
• Familiarity with the layout and cargo operations of ATL

Responsibilities

• Operate AeroVect's autonomous vehicles at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
• Log vehicle behavior, performance, observations, and key metrics
• Supervise autonomous baggage tugs while in operation, and manually drive them to and from their storage depot
• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections of the vehicles and their hardware systems
• Work with the engineering team to trial and test new vehicle features
• Interface with those interacting with the vehicle on the route, as cargo and baggage are loaded for the vehicle to transport
• Lend your expertise to the improvement of vehicle performance and handling of complex driving scenarios

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees