Vehicle Operations Specialist

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Keen attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions proactively
Consistent focus on safety
Ability to think critically
Willingness to learn every day
Ability to monitor cutting edge software on a laptop and type in a moving vehicle, for extended periods of time
Valid U.S. driver’s license with at least 5 years of driving history and a clean driving record, validated by MVR check
Must pass initial and random drug and alcohol screenings
Ability to travel as needed, including up to 25% across or out-of-state travel per month
Available to work day or night shifts
Ability to work early mornings or late nights, on rotating shifts
Ability to work regular overtime and some weekends
80% of shift time spent in vehicle (vehicle as office)

Safely pilot and copilot autonomous vehicles for on road and closed course testing
Safely copilot autonomous trucks for on road and closed course testing
Log real time feedback regarding autonomy and platform performance during testing, to be delivered to engineers
Escalate operational blockers with suggested solutions
Collaborate cross-functionally with teams throughout Aurora to help drive progress on Aurora’s mission
Demonstrate positive impact at Aurora by working on cross-functional projects as time permits
Maintain up to date knowledge of how our self-driving technology works. Understand daily software and operational changes.
Work toward quantitative and qualitative goals that impact all of Vehicle Operations and Aurora
Interact with the public as an ambassador for Aurora

Inquisitive attitude, interested in problem solving, and solving puzzles
Experience in operations, technology, customer service, or automotive field.
Experience working in a collaborative environment – team player
Proficient in G-Suite
Command line interface experience
Interest and aptitude for technology tools – apps, gaming, adobe creative suite, etc..