Test Track Vehicle Operator (Detroit) - Contractor

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Detroit, MI
Entry level
Artificial Intelligence • Automotive
The Role
Operate a variety of vehicles in a closed-course setting, interact with prototype vehicles, ensure test objectives are met, and follow safety guidelines. Requires good communication skills, a valid driver’s license, high school diploma or GED equivalent, and the ability to pass driving and background checks.
Summary Generated by Built In

Latitude AI (lat.ai) is an automated driving technology company developing a hands-free, eyes-off driver assist system for next-generation Ford vehicles at scale. We’re driven by the opportunity to reimagine what it’s like to drive and make travel safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for everyone. 

When you join the Latitude team, you’ll work alongside leading experts across machine learning and robotics, cloud platforms, mapping, sensors and compute systems, test operations, systems and safety engineering – all dedicated to making a real, positive impact on the driving experience for millions of people. 

As a Ford Motor Company subsidiary, we operate independently to develop automated driving technology at the speed of a technology startup. Latitude is headquartered in Pittsburgh with engineering centers in Dearborn, Mich., and Palo Alto, Calif.

Meet the team:

The Test Execution team is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing tests. Stock Vehicle Operators are the individuals responsible for driving a variety of vehicles that interact with our prototype vehicles to evaluate functionality of the system before it is out in the real world on public roads.

What you’ll do: 

  • Drive a variety of vehicles, interacting with prototype vehicles in a closed-course setting
  • Operate vehicles with safety, efficiency, and effectiveness in mind
  • Follow specific guidance while performing tests to ensure test objectives are met

What you'll need to succeed:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent with one to two years of employment experience required 
  • Enjoyment of driving for extended periods of time 
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to span a large and varied workforce
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to sustain Latitude’s minimum driving requirements. This will be evaluated at the hiring stage and periodically thereafter by conducting motor vehicle and criminal record background checks in accordance with applicable law
  • Ability to pass ten-panel drug screen and criminal background checks conducted prior to employment

Nice to have:

  • Previous automotive testing experience
  • Motorcycle endorsement
  • Commercial Drivers license

Learn more about Latitude’s team, mission and career opportunities at lat.ai!

Candidates for positions with Latitude AI must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

The Company
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
431 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

Latitude AI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company that develops automated driving technologies. The company was formed in 2023 to reimagine what it’s like to drive, giving drivers time back on their journeys and transforming the driving experience to be safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for everyone. Headquartered in Pittsburgh with engineering centers in Dearborn, Mich. and Palo Alto, Calif., Latitude employs about 550 people.

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