AeroVect · 1 month ago
Test Driver, Autonomous Vehicles (Atlanta)
AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy and is seeking Autonomous Vehicle Operators for their Atlanta-based team. The role involves operating autonomous airport tractors, supervising their performance, and collaborating with the engineering team to enhance vehicle functionality and safety.
AerospaceAir TransportationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesLogisticsManufacturingRoboticsSoftwareTransportation
Responsibilities
Operate AeroVect's autonomous vehicles at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Log vehicle behavior, performance, observations, and key metrics
Supervise autonomous baggage tugs while in operation, and manually drive them to and from their storage depot
Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections of the vehicles and their hardware systems
Work with the engineering team to trial and test new vehicle features
Interface with those interacting with the vehicle on the route, as cargo and baggage are loaded for the vehicle to transport
Lend your expertise to the improvement of vehicle performance and handling of complex driving scenarios
Qualification
Required
Experience operating in Airside Environments
Experience handling specialty vehicle types in complex environments
A valid US Class C Driver's License, with 3+ years of driving experience with a clean driving record
Experience in a lead or sole-supervisor role, demonstrating superior responsibility
Being a reliable, detailed-oriented individual with strong communication skills
Alertness and good driving instinct to monitor autonomous vehicle performance
Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends
Must be able to pass federal background checks and receive and maintain issuance of an airport security badge
Preferred
Experience operating an autonomous vehicle, or overseeing operations of autonomous machinery
Experience with safety-critical infrastructure
Basic computer programming skills. ROS experience is a plus
Interest in autonomous driving and aviation
Test driving experience
Familiarity with the layout and cargo operations of ATL
Company
AeroVect
AeroVect develops airport automation systems that use embodied AI to manage baggage and cargo logistics on the airfield.
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$27MKey Investors
Nava VenturesOutsiders Fund
2024-09-19Series A· $18M
2022-07-01Seed· $7M
2021-05-08Pre Seed· $2M
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