Test Engineer, Autonomous Vehicles

AeroVect; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVect in Atlanta is seeking a hands-on engineer to operate our autonomous tractor, test new features on the field, and contribute to reliability improvements. You will work closely with the engineering team to debug issues and analyze logs from live systems.

This onsite role requires weekend work and a proactive, independent mindset. A technical background, comfort with Linux/CLI, and interest in autonomous vehicles and embedded systems are preferred.

Qualifications

• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Hands-on attitude and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate our autonomous tractor to test new features on the field.
• Identify opportunities to optimize processes and tooling.
• Report abnormal behavior and work with engineers to analyze logs and system data.
• Debug and help root cause issues.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Learning mindset

Education

Technical background in CS/Engineering

Tools

Linux

CLI

Software testing

Job description

Who We Are

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world's largest airlines and ground handling providers. For more information, visit www.aerovect.com.

You will

• Operate our autonomous tractor to test new features on the field
• Identify opportunities to optimize processes and tooling
• Report abnormal behavior and work with engineers to analyze logs and system data
• Debug and help root cause issues

You have

• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Eagerness to learn and comfort with ambiguity
• Hands-on attitude and ability to work independently

We prefer

• Technical background (CS, Engineering, or related)
• Experience with Linux, CLI, or software testing
• Exposure to autonomous vehicles, robotics, or embedded systems

Please note that this role is based onsite in Atlanta and will involved weekend working.