Autonomous Vehicle Diagnostics & Calibration Specialist

AutoNation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 46,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Vehicle purchase discounts

YouDecide discounts

DRVPNK charitable initiatives

Job summary

AutoNation is seeking an Advanced Autonomous Vehicle Technician to perform diagnostics, repairs, calibrations, and system integrations on autonomous vehicles. This role collaborates with engineering, operations, and field safety teams to resolve issues, execute projects, and provide subject‑matter expertise on AV platforms.

The position involves on-site work in our shop and field environments, with responsibilities spanning hardware installation, software support, and real-time testing.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience as an automotive, EV, robotics, or AV technician.
• Strong diagnostic experience with mechanical and electrical vehicle systems.
• Hands-on experience with sensor systems (LiDAR, radar, cameras) and computer hardware.
• Proficiency with diagnostic software, scan tools, and electrical testing equipment.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostics and repairs on AV powertrain, braking, suspension, and high-voltage systems.
• Calibrate LiDAR, radar, camera arrays, GPS units, IMUs, and perception systems.
• Install, configure, and replace complex AV components, including computer modules and networking equipment.
• Support engineering teams with software deployments, data extraction, and log reviews.
• Coordinate with field teams for on-road and closed-course testing and issue resolution.

Job description

AutoNation is seeking an Advanced Autonomous Vehicle Technician to perform diagnostics, repairs, calibrations, and system integrations on autonomous vehicles. This role collaborates with engineering, operations, and field safety teams to resolve issues, execute projects, and provide subject‑matter expertise on AV platforms.

The position involves on-site work in our shop and field environments, with responsibilities spanning hardware installation, software support, and real-time testing.