Test Driver, Autonomous Vehicles (Atlanta) Job at AeroVect in Atlanta

Overview

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world’s largest airlines and ground handling providers. For more information, visit www.aerovect.com.

Job title

Test Driver, Autonomous Vehicles (Atlanta)

What You’ll Do

• 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

Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $67,000.00/yr

Compensation

This range is provided by AeroVect. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Company information

AeroVect is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Airlines and Aviation

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Compensation Range: $60K - $67K