# Tactical Development Operations Lead at Aurora

- Company: Aurora
- What the company does: 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.
- Company website: https://aurora.tech/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Dallas, TX
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $83K to $121K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-07
- Apply by: 2026-11-23
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/aurora-operations-inc/e17fa4e1-00ef-455e-abd7-ed0727b1e7f8?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/aurora-tactical-development-operations-lead/

## About the role

Serve as the Team Lead for development testing, executing daily deployment plans to ensure scheduled timelines are met and performing in-field tasks alongside the team to maintain operational momentum. Develop a deep understanding of Aurora’s testing requirements and software/hardware development goals to serve as the first line of support for operators, answering questions on complex test plans and ensuring data collection aligns with engineering needs. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- We are seeking a highly experienced and mission-driven night shift leader based in Palmer, Texas, with as-needed travel across testing locations to provide direct, night-to-night leadership for our Tactical Development (TACT DEV) Operators
- Schedule & Location: This role operates on a dedicated Monday through Friday night shift (4:00 PM to 12:30 AM). Please note that this position requires a mandatory 4 days per week in-office, working between the Palmer, TX terminal and the Aurora Dallas office
- 3+ years of experience in dispatch, fleet operations, or a related high-tempo scheduling environment
- 1-2+ years of leadership experience (e.g., Lead, Shift Lead, or Associate Manager) with a proven ability to motivate remote or distributed teams
- Exceptional critical thinking and the ability to make command decisions and take initiative
- Strong judgment and the ability to make "command decisions" when field teams face immediate blockers

Tags: Vehicle Operations

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