Autonomous Truck Operations Specialist

AURORA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Aurora is seeking a Class A Driver based in Houston, TX, to pilot autonomous semi trucks for testing and pilot operations. The role covers on-road and closed-course driving with potential extension beyond a 6-month assignment, across Day and Night shifts including weekends.

You will monitor autonomous systems, provide feedback to engineers, and collaborate across teams while maintaining required certifications and safety protocols. This role may require up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial trucking experience.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and interstate CDL required.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% and work night/rotating shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely pilot autonomous semi trucks for on-road and closed-course testing.
• Monitor Aurora Driver during autonomous operation and provide real-time feedback.
• Log performance data and coordinate with engineers on platform improvements.
• Escalate blockers with suggested solutions and work with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain required partner applications and up-to-date access permissions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Travel up to 50%

DOT compliance knowledge

Education

Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Interstate Class-A CDL

Job description

Aurora is seeking a Class A Driver based in Houston, TX, to pilot autonomous semi trucks for testing and pilot operations. The role covers on-road and closed-course driving with potential extension beyond a 6-month assignment, across Day and Night shifts including weekends.

You will monitor autonomous systems, provide feedback to engineers, and collaborate across teams while maintaining required certifications and safety protocols. This role may require up to 50% travel.