Mission Readiness Associate 2

HireArt; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 38,641 - 55,035; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employer subsidized healthcare

Flexible Spending Account

401k package

Job summary

HireArt is seeking a Mission Readiness Associate 2 in San Francisco, CA. You will ensure on-time readiness for test vehicles on the VH6 platform and support L3 vehicles where possible.

The role involves coordinating parts, documentation, and mission prep procedures across devices, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency. You will work in shifts across multiple locations, traveling locally up to 30% as needed, and contribute to incident response during vehicle recovery scenarios.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience.
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel locally and nationally (≤30%).
• Safety-first mindset with urgency to resolve tasks.
• Excellent written/verbal communication.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time vehicle readiness for tests on the VH6 platform.
• Support L3 vehicle readiness and spare parts inventory.
• Provide logistical support for moving vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with paperwork and documentation related to vehicle readiness.
• Perform routine charging of company test vehicles and equipment.
• Execute mission prep procedures across devices and configurations.

Skills

Excellent written/verbal communication

Safety-first mindset

Problem-solving under pressure

Teamwork

Valid drivers license

Multitasking

Education

Automotive trade certificate or associate degree

Tools

Jira/Confluence

MS Office/Google Suites

Job description

• Excellent written/verbal communication skills

Expected compensation: 34.00 USD Per Hour

In this role, you will be ultimately responsible for the on-time vehicle readiness for the suite of tests and service operations scheduled during your shift on its VH6 platform and support L3 vehicles when possible. Within the Mission Readiness team, you will help ensure the vehicles meet regulatory requirements per the provided guidance. You will also support the parts team in organizing and transporting spare parts inventory.

Available Shifts

• AM: 6:00 AM-2:30 PM, Tuesday-Saturday
• AM: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, Saturday-Wednesday
• PM: 3:00 PM-11:30 PM, Wednesday-Sunday
• PM: 3:00 PM-11:30 PM, Thursday-Monday
• Overnight: 11:00 PM-7:30 AM, Sunday-Thursday

As a Mission Readiness Associate 2, You Will

• Primary:
• Support company milestones and optimize drive operations across multiple locations.
• Ensure the vehicles, equipment, and workplace are clean and ready for use.
• Provide logistical support for the movement/storage of vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with paperwork and documentation related to vehicle readiness.
• Perform routine charging of company test vehicles and supporting equipment.
• Execute mission prep procedures (e.g., launching software across several devices per vehicle, verifying SW/HW configurations, deploying SW as appropriate, capturing requested data, and escalating issues as they arise).
• Provide support as a member of the Incident Response Team during vehicle recovery scenarios.
• Support the readiness of spare parts and the associated inventory.
• Secondary:
• Provide hands-on technical support to the BaseOps technicians (e.g., fluid changes, part replacements, wiring checks, etc.).
• General testing support (documentation, pre-mission assistance, cone courses, obstacles, traffic control, support vehicle driving).

Requirements

• 2+ years of work experience
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean/excellent driving record.
• Ability to travel locally and nationally (less than 30%)
• Possess a “get it done” attitude, safety-first mindset, and a sense of urgency to resolve problems and tasks
• Must have the proven ability to problem-solve and deliver in high-pressure situations
• Must have the proven ability to multitask and manage multiple projects and deliverables
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills
• Works well in a team environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around
• Ability to go up and down stairs, as well as stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, kneel, and reach during shifts
• This role will require safety boots that conform to ASTM F2412 / F2413 requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical trade school certificate or associate degree in automotive repair
• Proficiency with Jira/Confluence
• Proficiency with MS Office/Google Suites
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer (HireArt) subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• HireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

Commitment

This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates who are local to the San Francisco, CA area.

HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.