Autonomous Truck Operations Lead

Aurora; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,706,000 - 66,814,000; Part time

Job summary

Aurora is seeking a Class A Driver based in Houston, TX for a 6-month assignment with potential extension. You will pilot autonomous semi trucks, monitor the system, and provide real-time feedback to engineers while coordinating with teams across the company.

The role requires night shifts, weekend work, and up to 50% travel. You’ll operate as a mobile office, comply with FMCSA/DOT requirements, and contribute to Aurora’s safety and mission as an ambassador.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience driving trucks commercially.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Driving record must pass Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) guidelines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions proactively.
• Ability to travel as needed: (up to 50%).
• Available to work night shifts (second and/or third shift).
• Ability to work rotating shifts as needed.
• Ability to work regular overtime and some weekends.
• 80% of shift time spent in vehicle (vehicle as office).
• Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing in accordance with FMCSA requirements.
• Is at least 21 years of age.
• Must pass DOT physical.
• Meet all DOT qualifications.
• Desired qualifications include trainer/instructor experience, technician experience, problem solving, collaboration, and tech aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Safely pilot autonomous semi trucks for on road and closed course testing in service of our development and commercial pilot operations.
• Remain alert and attentive while monitoring the Aurora Driver during extended stretches of autonomy.
• 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.
• Maintain active and current status within required partner applications. This includes ensuring up to date user accounts, profile information, and necessary access permissions are configured and regularly verified across all critical third-party vendor platforms.
• Achieve and sustain all mandatory certifications and accreditations as designated by management, compliance bodies, or critical partner agreements.
• Work toward quantitative and qualitative goals that impact all of Vehicle Operations and Aurora.
• Interact with the public as an ambassador for Aurora.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

CDL-A Interstate

MVR compliance

Excellent communication

Ownership of DOT requirements

Night shift availability

Travel up to 50%

Overtime & weekends

21+ years old

DOT physical

Job description

Aurora is seeking a Class A Driver based in Houston, TX for a 6-month assignment with potential extension. You will pilot autonomous semi trucks, monitor the system, and provide real-time feedback to engineers while coordinating with teams across the company.

The role requires night shifts, weekend work, and up to 50% travel. You’ll operate as a mobile office, comply with FMCSA/DOT requirements, and contribute to Aurora’s safety and mission as an ambassador.