Vehicle Operations Specialist

Aurora•Pittsburgh, PA

20h•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Aurora is seeking a Vehicle Operations Specialist to conduct on-road and closed-course testing across its autonomous vehicle fleet. The role supports development and commercial pilot operations by safely copiloting autonomous semi trucks, monitoring the Aurora Driver during extended periods of autonomy, and providing real-time feedback to engineers. The specialist also supports structured track testing outside the vehicle, helps resolve operational blockers, and collaborates with teams across Aurora. The position requires staying current on daily software and operational changes, working toward team goals, and representing Aurora when interacting with the public. The role involves spending 80% of shift time in a vehicle, traveling up to 50% or as needed, and working rotating shifts, regular overtime, and weekends as needed. Aurora expects employees to work in person at least three days per week, with some roles requiring up to five days per week based on operational needs. The base hourly wage range is $27.50–$33.50, and the successful candidate will be eligible for benefits.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Keen attention to detail and consistent focus on safety.
Ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions proactively.
Willingness to learn every day.
Ability to monitor software on a laptop and type in a moving vehicle for extended periods.
Ability to use laptops and tablets to launch test missions, monitor real-time data feeds, and enter detailed digital logs.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and at least five years of driving history.
Driving record must meet Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) guidelines.
Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing.
Must be at least 25 years old.
Ability to travel up to 50% or as needed.
Ability to work rotating shifts as needed, regular overtime, and weekends.
Spend 80% of shift time in a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Inquisitive attitude and interest in problem-solving and solving puzzles.
Experience in operations, technology, customer service, or the automotive field.
Experience working collaboratively as a team player.
Proficiency with Google Workspace products, including Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets.
Command line interface experience.
Interest and aptitude for technology tools such as apps, gaming, or Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

Safely copilot autonomous semi trucks during on-road and closed-course testing for development and commercial pilot operations.
Monitor the Aurora Driver attentively during extended stretches of autonomy.
Log real-time feedback about autonomy and platform performance for engineers.
Provide out-of-vehicle support for structured track testing, including operating passenger vehicles and other equipment to conduct tests across the track network.
Escalate operational blockers and suggest solutions.
Collaborate with teams throughout Aurora and contribute to cross-functional projects as time permits.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of how the self-driving technology works, including daily software and operational changes.
Work toward quantitative and qualitative goals that affect Vehicle Operations and Aurora.
Interact with the public as an ambassador for Aurora.