Tactical Development Testing Operator - CDL A

Aurora

Dallas, Texas

Contract

Posted December 22, 2025

$36 - $46/hr

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Job Description

The Aurora CDL A Operator is responsible for operating autonomous and manual commercial vehicles to support self-driving technology development, including data collection, vehicle testing, mapping, and software validation, while ensuring safety and compliance across diverse environments and travel schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Operate autonomous and manual Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) to execute development missions, including mapping, validation, and testing.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, sensor calibration, software updates, and troubleshooting to ensure vehicle readiness.
Collect, log, and annotate mission data accurately, providing detailed feedback on vehicle performance and environment interactions.
Adhere to safety protocols, DOT FMCSA regulations, and legal requirements during vehicle operation.
Act as the primary communication link between on-road operations and engineering teams, conveying development needs and feedback.

Requirements

Possession of an Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a valid U.S. Driver's License, with the ability to pass DOT physical and meet all DOT qualification standards.
Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing in accordance with FMCSA requirements.
Driving record must pass Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) guidelines.
Must be at least 25 years of age.
Minimum of 3 years of experience driving trucks commercially.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude for basic troubleshooting and maintenance of vehicle systems.
Proficiency in collaboration tools, including Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets.
Experience with Jira, including filling out tickets and tracking ticket statuses.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for technical reporting and team collaboration.
Inquisitive attitude, interested in problem solving and solving puzzles.
Ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions proactively.
Ability to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) and execute mission protocols in a wide range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
Comfortable with long-distance driving in diverse traffic and weather conditions, including urban, rural, interstate highways, and construction zones.
Ability to travel weekly to new collection locations up to 90% of the time, including extended periods over the road and air travel for deployments.
Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including over-the-road schedules, weekends, or nights, and to work regular overtime.
Ability to pass all DOT and company-required testing, including pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, ongoing random testing, and annual medical certification.
Physical ability to sit for long periods while operating a vehicle and lift up to 50 pounds for equipment handling and cargo securing.
Willingness to operate the Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) and execute mission protocols in a wide range of environmental conditions, including dust, dirt, vibration, and particulate matter.
Schedule flexibility to work non-standard hours, including nights and weekends, to meet critical development deadlines.

Benefits & Perks

Hourly wage range of $36.00 - $46.00 per hour

Eligibility for an annual bonus

Eligibility for equity compensation

Benefits (unspecified, likely including standard employment benefits)

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