AV Test Operator Day

Job Description

Job Description

Motional's Las Vegas office, located at 730 E. Pilot Road less than 10 miles from the Las Vegas Strip, is home to one of the nation's largest fleets of self-driving vehicles. Las Vegas' grid-style road system and "smart city" infrastructure make it an ideal environment for autonomous vehicle research, development, and testing.

Mission Summary:

We are hiring Autonomous Driving Test Operators to support Motional's growing Fleet Operations team. In this role, you will play a key part in testing and validating autonomous vehicle technology in real-world driving environments. As an AV Test Operator, you will serve as the "eyes and ears" for engineering teams by safely operating autonomous vehicles, monitoring vehicle behavior, collecting and annotating data, and providing detailed feedback that helps improve vehicle performance and software development.

This role is ideal for individuals who prioritize safety, demonstrate strong attention to detail, communicate effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced and evolving technology environment. Employees may periodically be reassigned to a different shift based on business needs. Should an AV Test Operator - Day be reassigned to the Night shift, ample notice will be given notifying them of the change in schedule, removal of shift differential pay, and date of change

What You'll Be Doing:

• Safely operate prototype-level autonomous vehicles on public roads in a variety of traffic, weather, and environmental conditions
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and operating directives
• Monitor vehicle behavior and provide clear, accurate, and actionable feedback to engineering teams
• Operate in-vehicle data recording systems, including start/stop recording, data annotation, and basic troubleshooting
• Execute testing procedures and document findings using tools such as JIRA and Confluence
• Support deployment and basic troubleshooting of autonomous vehicles
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, including checking vehicle condition, controls, equipment, and cleanliness
• Properly care for assigned vehicles and equipment
• Ensure safe operation of vehicles while interacting professionally with passengers and members of the public when applicable
• Read and interpret traffic signs, roadway conditions, and traffic signals
• Maintain compliance with local, county, and state traffic laws
• Respond appropriately to emergency or unexpected situations according to company procedures
• Complete accident and incident reports as required
• Work collaboratively with fellow operators, engineers, leads, supervisors, and managers
• Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled shifts with all required driving credentials
• Travel occasionally for training and collaboration purposes
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of licensed driving experience
• Clean driving record for the past 3 years
• No DUI convictions within the past 10 years
• 1+ years of experience as an Operator/Driver for Autonomous Vehicles is preferred, or some type of internal or external training on Autonomous Vehicle technology.
• No at-fault accidents resulting in injury
• Ability to successfully complete an in-house driving course/examination
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to remain calm, alert, and safety-focused in dynamic driving environments
• Comfortable using smartphones, navigation tools, and company communication systems
• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and varying schedules
• Professional demeanor with strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Prior autonomous vehicle operator experience or related AV training preferred
• Experience providing subjective feedback on vehicle behavior and environmental conditions preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of autonomous vehicle technology
• Experience with NHTSA Level 2–5 autonomous vehicles
• Familiarity with Linux, JIRA, Confluence, GitLab, or Python
• Data analysis experience

Why Join Motional:

At Motional, you'll work alongside teams developing cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology that is reshaping transportation. As a member of the Fleet Operations team, your work will directly contribute to improving vehicle behavior, advancing software development, and delivering safer mobility solutions.

We value individuals who are adaptable, collaborative, detail-oriented, and excited to contribute in a rapidly evolving industry.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Ability to pass a DOT physical examination and drug screening
• Ability to sit and operate a vehicle for up to 4 consecutive hours and up to 10 hours per day
• Ability to safely operate vehicle controls, including steering wheel, gear shift, pedals, and safety equipment
• Ability to enter, exit, and inspect vehicles, including visual inspections underneath the vehicle when necessary
• Ability to observe near, far, depth, and color vision requirements necessary for safe vehicle operation
• Ability to remain awake, alert, and attentive throughout shifts
• Ability to operate as both a driver and passenger in autonomous vehicles
• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, road environments, pedestrian traffic, and vehicle/mechanical systems
• Occasional exposure to fumes and airborne particles
• Noise levels are typically low to moderate

Safety Requirements:

This position is considered safety-sensitive and requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and participation in random drug testing programs as permitted by law.

This role may require operating Motional fleet vehicles, including test vehicles, commercial vehicles, or pool vehicles.

Motional may require employees in this role to meet applicable public health and safety requirements consistent with federal, state, and local law, including reasonable accommodations where required.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Motional is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Motional is a drug-free workplace.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors including but not limited to specific skills, experience and expertise, role location, certifications, licenses, and business needs. The estimated compensation range listed in this job posting reflects base salary only. This role may include additional forms of compensation such as a bonus or company equity. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Candidates for certain positions are eligible to participate in Motional's benefits program. Motional's benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401k with a company match, health saving accounts, life insurance, pet insurance, and more.

Salary Range

$50,000—$52,000 USD

Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. We're driven by something more.

Our journey is always people first.

We aren't just developing driverless cars; we're creating safer roadways, more equitable transportation options, and making our communities better places to live, work, and connect. Our team is made up of engineers, researchers, innovators, dreamers and doers, who are creating a technology with the potential to transform the way we move.

Higher purpose, greater impact.

We're creating first-of-its-kind technology that will transform transportation. To do so successfully, we must design for everyone in our cities and on our roads. We believe in building a great place to work through a progressive, global culture that is diverse, inclusive, and ensures people feel valued at every level of the organization. Diversity helps us to see the world differently; it's not only good for our business, it's the right thing to do.

Scale up, not starting up.

Our team is behind some of the industry's largest leaps forward, including the first fully-autonomous cross-country drive in the U.S, the launch of the world's first robotaxi pilot, and operation of the world's longest-standing public robotaxi fleet. We're driven to scale; we're moving towards commercialization of our technology, and we need team members who are ready to embrace change and challenges.

Formed as a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv, Motional is fundamentally changing how people move through their lives. Headquartered in Boston, Motional has operations in the U.S and Asia. For more information, visit and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

Motional AD Inc. is an EOE. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To comply with Federal Law, we participate in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the DHS and the SSA to verify their identity and employment eligibility.