Mapping Vehicle Test Operator GOSDC5692824 (Austin)

JOB SUMMARY

This Mapping Vehicle Test Operator hands-on role operates a dedicated mapping vehicle to accurately and efficiently complete mapping tickets across the Greater Austin area. Team members work four 10-hour shifts each week, with the vehicle serving as the primary workstation. The position requires strict adherence to road safety protocols, disciplined execution of test plans, and thorough reporting. Vehicles are picked up from the Tempe HQ; if issues arise, operators coordinate with the service team.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate test vehicles across diverse environments, road types, and weather conditions while adhering to all local traffic laws and safety protocols.
• Follow detailed instructions to prepare vehicles and components for testing; collaborate with fellow operators and engineers to execute test plans.
• Maintain strong focus on test objectives and communicate effectively to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate test execution.
• Perform a range of driving tasks, including route-based driving, short engineering test drives, and transport / delivery driving.
• Produce accurate, detailed, and comprehensive test reports and ticket updates.
• Support test activities using engineering principles, analysis tools, and established practices to meet performance targets and standards.
• Travel to test sites, customer locations, public roads, and environments ranging from standard conditions to extreme or challenging terrain.
• Coordinate logistical aspects of testing, including location readiness, tool availability, and resource planning.
• Conduct quality assurance evaluations, assessing functionality, performance, drivability, and overall user experience.
• Drive safely in daylight, darkness, and adverse weather / road conditions; complete all assigned tests and tasks within designated timeframes.
• Work effectively both independently and with in-vehicle partners (passenger operators).
• Adhere to all security protocols for test vehicles and immediately report any security concerns to the drive supervisor.
• Assist with broader operational activities as required (e.g., equipment / material movement within the facility, uploading data disks, general operations support).
• Use ticketing / workflow tools (e.g., JIRA) to collect feedback, schedule fixes, and track progress.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications

None specified; employer-required MVR clearance and NDA will be part of onboarding / compliance.