Site Coordinator

Kett Engineering Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kett Engineering Corporation is seeking a Site Coordinator in Torrance, CA to oversee autonomous vehicle testing operations, manage a team of vehicle operators and safety drivers, and ensure compliance with safety and testing protocols.

You will coordinate schedules, manage facility operations, and collaborate with hardware and software engineers to advance autonomous technology safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years of supervisory or team lead experience in autonomous vehicle operations, robotics testing, or complex fleet management.
• Experience executing structured test suites, software deployment processes, and hardware integration workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and mentor a team of operators and safety drivers, managing daily shift operations and handovers.
• Coordinate schedules, route assignments, and vehicle allocations to optimize driver utilization and mission coverage.
• Prepare training materials, conduct onboarding programs, and continuously evaluate operator performance and driving standards.
• Act as primary escalation point for on-site personnel, resolving driver relations issues and promoting safety-first culture.
• Oversee public road testing to ensure SOPs and safety protocols are followed.
• Oversee pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections for safety and maintenance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fleet management

Autonomous vehicles

Testing execution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Linux/Unix

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Rivian - Torrance, CA - Torrance, CA

Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00Hourly

Job Summary and General Purpose of Position

We are seeking an experienced Site Coordinator to oversee operations, personnel, and testing execution. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team of vehicle operators and safety drivers. You will be responsible for local operational planning, facility management, safety protocol enforcement, fleet availability, and driver efficiency to drive our autonomous technology forward safely and effectively. You’ll also work with hardware and software engineering teams as needed to help achieve strategic goals.

Essential Functions

Operational & Team Leadership

• Lead, direct, and mentor a team of vehicle operators and safety drivers, managing daily shift operations and shift handover procedures.
• Coordinate team schedules, route assignments, and vehicle allocations to optimize driver utilization and mission coverage based on engineering test plans.
• Prepare training materials, conduct onboarding programs, and continuously evaluate vehicle operator performance and driving standards.
• Act as the primary escalation point for on-site personnel, resolving driver relations issues, maintaining morale, and fostering a safety-first work environment.

Testing Execution & Fleet Operations

• Oversee public road testing test execution to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Oversee pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections for functionality, safety compliance, and physical maintenance.
• Perform and guide initial troubleshooting, issue escalation, and software/hardware updates on test vehicles.
• Supervise the daily end-of-shift data offloading process from vehicles to local edge hardware and cloud servers.

Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Define, track, and analyze key operational performance metrics such as total test miles, driver uptime, vehicle availability, and disengagement tracking.
• Drive process improvements across testing procedures, safety protocols, and operational workflows.

Facility & Safety Management

• Maintain site infrastructure, tooling, and test equipment to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient facility.
• Enforce compliance with local, state, and federal transport regulations and internal safety standards

Key Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and serves employees and customers consistent with Kett’s overall Vision and Values.
• Participates in developing goals, objectives, service plans and processes for Kett with consideration of the customer needs.
• Interviews and facilitates selection of employees in job classifications authorized by Kett Management.
• Provides for the orientation and training of employees in areas assigned.
• Promotes a program of safety awareness and assures compliance with safety practices
• Involves team leaders, employees, and customers in improving the overall work climate and team effort.
• Develops and maintains a positive team effort on behalf of Kett Leadership.
• Accepts and performs other responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Skills/Experience

• 3+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in autonomous vehicle operations, automotive proving grounds, robotics testing, or complex fleet management.
• Strong background in executing structured test suites, software deployment processes, and hardware integration workflows.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with issue-tracking and project management suites (e.g., Jira, Confluence/Atlassian).
• Hands-on familiarity with Linux/Unix navigation, software flashing, and basic vehicle electrical/hardware diagnostics.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides) or equivalent enterprise productivity suites.

Physical Requirements

Required to lift up to 50 pounds. Job requires sitting, standing, and bending for approximately 6 – 8 hours daily. Must be able to handle daily pressures and stress-related conditions.

Travel and Schedule Requirements

• Ability to work flexible shifts, including morning, evening, or weekend coverage, as test schedules demand.
• Ability to travel up to 20% to support off-site testing campaigns or secondary test facilities.

Critical Skills

• Leadership – Requires leading employees in accomplishing strategic objectives of Kett in a manner consistent with Kett’s Core Values.
• Result Oriented- Accomplishes performance targets established by Kett and the Customer.
• Problem Solving- Requires solving a variety of problems inherent in providing contract services and contract employees including employee problems, service problems, customer problems, etc. in a manner that maintains a high level of satisfaction by the employee, the customer, and Kett.
• Communications- Provides information and receives feedback in a manner that supports employee and customer involvement and satisfaction.
• Employee Development- Coach, counsel and train team leaders to meet customer requirements and employee goals.
• Employee Relations- Develop positive relations with team leaders and employees, provides recognition, and shows appreciation in a manner that meets individual needs and creates a high degree of trust and satisfaction.
• Customer Relations- Develops positive relations with customer and assures that services are provided in a manner that creates enthusiastic customer support.
• Safety- Educates and creates awareness of safety programs and practices in promotion of high safety standards.
• Role Model- Serve as a role model and mentor for Kett’s Value and business principles.