Senior EOL Test Engineer, Quality

Aurora Innovation Inc.; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity compensation

Benefits

Job summary

Aurora Innovation Inc. is seeking a qualified professional to ensure manufacturing quality of the Aurora driver kit integration into OEM vehicles, primarily for End of Line testing.

The role requires leading cross‑functional teams to identify and eliminate quality issues while developing rigorous test plans for hardware validation. You will work on‑site at the partner facility in Livonia, MI, with hands‑on testing of Aurora’s self‑driving trucks, debugging, and data analysis to drive continuous

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in quality, autonomous vehicle manufacturing, electro‑mechanical assembly operations, robotics or equivalent field experience
• Strong understanding of embedded software concepts
• Experience with programming and scripting (C++, Python or equivalent)
• Experience with testing and characterizing communication protocols such as TCP/UDP, CAN, LIN, I2C, SPI, and UART
• Ability to interpret complex system architecture, electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Experience working in a Linux environment
• Experience with Github
• Experience debugging complex electronic assemblies and/or manufacturing cable assemblies
• Ability to travel to company locations in the continental U.S

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement test plans for verifying and validating hardware operation of complex systems
• Deploy scripts/software to test systems, analyze data, and create test reports
• Troubleshoot and debug a variety of system and component level failures
• Perform root cause analysis, characterize defects, and provide corrective actions
• Coordinate cross‑functional solutions with engineering and manufacturing teams
• Assist manufacturing teams and technicians with hardware issues
• Support continuous improvement and non‑conformance reporting/management
• Follow and support safety requirements, policies, procedures and instructions
• Follow, update, and/or create written, verbal, and visual instructions

Skills

Quality engineering

Embedded software concepts

C++

Python

CAN/LIN/I2C/SPI/UART

Linux

GitHub

Electrical schematics

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cummins Insite

Picoscope

DMM

CAN tools (Linux/Windows)

Job description

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.

The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.

At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn .

What we are looking for

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all.

The primary objective of this role is to ensure manufacturing quality of the Aurora driver kit integration into OEM vehicles, primarily supporting End of Line testing activities. A successful candidate excels at complex problem solving, has a strong quality and product focused mindset, and can lead cross‑functional teams to identify and eliminate quality problems, issues and risks through development and execution of rigorous testing.

In this role you will

Work on‑site at our partner facility in Livonia, MI

Work hands on with Aurora’s self driving trucks

Design, develop and implement test plans for verifying and validating hardware operation of complex systems

Deploy scripts/software to test systems, analyze data, and create test reports

Troubleshoot and debug a variety of system and component level failures

Perform general root cause analysis, characterize defects, provide detailed descriptions of failures and recommended corrective actions

Use a diverse set of applications and tools, including but not limited to:

OEM provided diagnostic SW tools such as Cummins Insite

Measurement instrumentation such as DMM, Picoscope, Linux and Windows based CAN tools

Custom test harnesses, tools and fixtures

Use Linux command line and python tools for testing and debugging purposes

Build tools to interact with various test and quality management data systems

Coordinate cross‑functional solutions with engineering and manufacturing teams

Assist manufacturing teams and technicians with hardware issues

Support the activities relating to continuous improvement and non‑conformance reporting/management

Follow and support company safety requirements, policies, procedures and work instructions

Follow, update, and/or create written, verbal, and visual instructions

Required qualifications

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field

3+ years of experience in quality, autonomous vehicle manufacturing, electro‑mechanical assembly operations, robotics or equivalent field experience

Strong understanding of embedded software concept

Experience with programming and scripting (C++, Python or equivalent).

Experience with testing and characterizing communication protocols such as TCP/UDP, CAN, LIN, I2C, SPI, and UART

Ability to interpret complex system architecture, electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Experience working in a Linux environment

Experience with Github

Experience debugging complex electronic assemblies and/or manufacturing cable assemblies

Ability to provide well‑formed, objective feedback on complex system issues

Experience with automotive manufacturing and quality specifications

Ability to travel to company locations in the continental U.S

The base salary range for this position is $135,000 - $196,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Working at Aurora

At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.

We believe in‑person work increases collaboration, empathy, and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, Aurorans are expected to work from the office at least 3 days per week, with some roles requiring more frequent in‑office presence, up to 5 days per week, based on operational needs.

Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom .

Our commitment to safety

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best‑in‑class self‑driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long‑term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

Our commitment to inclusion

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] .

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