AV Fleet Maintenance Manager

Moove; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Moove AV in Philadelphia, PA seeks an Autonomous Vehicle Operations Manager (AVOM) for Fleet Development and Readiness to own fleet health end-to-end. You will ensure every vehicle leaving the depot is deployment-ready, diagnosed, and performing to safety standards.

As FD&R lead, you will coordinate diagnostic teams, product engineers, and vendor partners, drive performance, optimize workflows, and foster continuous improvement to maximize vehicles in service while maintaining highest safety,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fleet maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience leading and developing vehicle technicians in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of automotive systems and related infrastructure.
• Proven project management skills with a track record of successful execution.
• Analytical mindset with data-driven decision making.
• Proficient in Google Workspace.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate across teams.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Located in Philadelphia, PA and able to work onsite daily.
• Availability to work outside standard business hours as fleet operations require.

Responsibilities

• Fleet health and deployment strategy aligned with strategic goals and tech advancements.
• Lead technical initiatives and diagnostic methodologies to maintain fleet health and enable predictive maintenance.
• Analyze fleet performance data, identify trends, and report KPIs to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product teams and Ride-Hail Ops to streamline processes and improve fleet performance.
• Build and lead a high-performing team, coaching and staffing as needed.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors and partners to ensure performance standards.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Mechanical engineering

Leadership

Project management

Analytical skills

Google Workspace

Communication

US work authorization

Onsite Philadelphia

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

About Moove AV

At Moove AV, we don’t just manage fleets; we operate the critical infrastructure that makes autonomous transportation a reality. As a premier partner to AV industry pioneers, we manage high-tech autonomous vehicle (AV) depots where precision, uptime, and—above all—safety are the benchmarks of our success.

Operating at the intersection of cutting‑edge robotics and large‑scale logistics, we are expanding globally to redefine fleet commercialization.

Role Summary

We are seeking an Autonomous Vehicle Operations Manager (AVOM) for Fleet Development and Readiness (FD&R) to own fleet health from end to end. In this role, you will not just monitor vehicles—you will ensure every unit that leaves the depot is diagnosed, deployment‑ready, and performing to standard. You will serve as the central node connecting diagnostic teams, product engineers, ride‑hail operations, and vendor partners. As the leader for the FD&R team, you will drive FD&R performance, optimize workflow distribution, and build the culture of continuous improvement that keeps our fleet safe and reliable. Your goal is to maximize vehicles in service while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Health & Deployment Strategy

• Strategic Planning: Working closely with the General Manager, develop and implement strategies for fleet health enhancement in line with strategic goals and tech advancements.
• Deployment Readiness: Ensure the fleet is ready for deployment, including conducting readiness assessments, site and fleet performance evaluations, and best practice implementation.
• Technical Leadership: Lead technical initiatives and diagnostic methodologies to maintain and enhance vehicle performance/fleet health, enable predictive maintenance and upgrades, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Performance Analytics: Analyze fleet performance data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for innovation.
• KPI Monitoring: Monitor KPIs and provide regular reports to stakeholders.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Product Integration: Work closely with product teams and other Ride Hailing Operations managers to streamline processes and improve fleet performance.
• Fleet Coordination: Work with AVOMs in Ride Hail Operations to maximize vehicles in service.

Team Leadership

• People Leadership: Build and lead a high‑performing team, acting as a coach to other team members, ensuring adequate staffing at all times and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Vendor & Partner Management

• Third‑Party Oversight: Manage relationships with third‑party vendors and partners, ensuring across‑the‑board performance standards and fleet development.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in fleet maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field. AV experience is greatly preferred.
• Leadership: Experience in leading and developing vehicle technicians in a fast‑paced environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of automotive vehicle systems and related infrastructure.
• Project Management: Proven project management skills with a track record of successful execution.
• Operational Expertise: Experience triaging work orders and managing vehicle flow among partners.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a data‑driven mindset.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Google Workspace Suite
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Located in Philadelphia, PA and able to work onsite daily.
• Availability and willingness to work outside of standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as fleet operations require.

Preferred

• Bachelors Degree Preferred
• Experience with Kaizen framework and processes and/or a focus on daily incremental improvements to processes and systems.

Why Join Moove AV?

You will be joining a team that is literally building the future of movement. We offer the chance to lead in an industry where your work directly impacts public trust in autonomous technology. If you thrive in environments where the bar is set high and the mission is clear, we want to talk. We welcome people from diverse backgrounds who seek the opportunity to help build a future where everyone and everything can move independently.