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Senior Staff TLM, Hardware Test Infrastructure

Aurora · Mountain View, CA · Remote

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About Aurora

Step inside the world of self-driving freight, powered by the Aurora Driver. Delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. Backed by Greylock, Index and Lightspeed.

About the role

Leadership & People Management: Direct a team of engineers, technicians, and contractors across multiple shifts, managing daily lab operations and team performance. Test Execution & Lab Management: Oversee hardware reliability testing (10+ modules) and optimize operations of 4 internal labs across 2 physical sites, as well as third-party testing facilities.

What they're looking for

  • Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all
  • Strong understanding of hardware design principles, reliability testing methodologies (e.g., HALT/HASS, vibration, thermal cycling, humidity), and failure analysis techniques
  • Deep hands on experience with automated test equipment design, test equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, purchasing
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Experience with managing people and lab management
  • Knowledge of automotive safety standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 26262, ISO 16750)
More about this role

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.

The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.

At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn .

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all.

The Senior Staff Technical Lead Manager (TLM) for Hardware Test Infrastructure leads the end-to-end reliability test execution for Aurora’s autonomous vehicle hardware kit. This position oversees four internal labs across two sites, directs external lab testing, and manages a team of engineers, technicians, and contractors. The core focus is ensuring that all autonomous system hardware components meet rigorous automotive standards for performance, durability, and...

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