Regional Lead, Autonomy Systems Validation & Ops

Socket.dev; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Regional Manager, Autonomy Systems Validation to oversee operations across multiple testing sites in California. You will lead, mentor, and manage Operations Coordinators handling vehicle testing, data collection, and hardware/software integration.

You will bridge regional site operations and senior engineering leadership, enforcing safety protocols, meeting KPIs, and standardizing procedures across locations. Travel to sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Must travel frequently to regional testing sites as needed.
• Experience in a regional, multi-site, or high-level supervisory role in automotive driving or autonomous vehicle testing is preferred.
• Ability to develop supervisory-level staff and manage a high-volume workforce.
• Strong data analytics and dashboard usage to drive operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage, mentor, and evaluate multiple Operations Coordinators across the region.
• Ensure coordinators manage vehicle operators and maintain safety and performance standards.
• Oversee regional training and onboarding programs developed by coordinators.
• Standardize regional processes, testing procedures, and safety work instructions.
• Aggregate data to set and monitor KPIs and report to senior leadership.
• Develop and present high-level operational reports and dashboards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Project management

Vendor management

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Maps

Dashboards

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Rivian is seeking a Regional Manager, Autonomy Systems Validation to oversee operations across multiple testing sites in California. You will lead, mentor, and manage Operations Coordinators handling vehicle testing, data collection, and hardware/software integration.

You will bridge regional site operations and senior engineering leadership, enforcing safety protocols, meeting KPIs, and standardizing procedures across locations. Travel to sites is expected.