Autonomous Vehicle Test Technician

Latitude AI LLC; Long Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Latitude AI LLC in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Technical Vehicle Test Operator for contractor work to advance Ford autonomous driving tests. You will operate development vehicles, support test campaigns, and ensure safety and compliance across all missions.

This role emphasizes hands-on testing, collaboration with ML, robotics and engineering teams, and driving excellence in prototype test activities. The position emphasizes high accountability, travel readiness (air travel may be required), and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; two years of employment experience, degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record per Latitude AI requirements.
• Ability to pass ten-panel drug screening and background checks.
• Strong interest in technology and quick adaptation to challenges.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills across software and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Drive test vehicles for long-distance missions up to 300-400 miles and multi-day trips across the U.S.
• Perform start-up, engagement, disengagement, and shutdown procedures for development vehicles.
• Execute testing following safety and compliance protocols.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams on architecture, sensors and compute control systems.
• Provide coaching and leadership, potentially overseeing a small shift.

Skills

Troubleshooting

GitHub

Command-line

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

GitHub

Command-line

Job description

Latitude AI LLC in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Technical Vehicle Test Operator for contractor work to advance Ford autonomous driving tests. You will operate development vehicles, support test campaigns, and ensure safety and compliance across all missions.

This role emphasizes hands-on testing, collaboration with ML, robotics and engineering teams, and driving excellence in prototype test activities. The position emphasizes high accountability, travel readiness (air travel may be required), and