Trainer, Mission Readiness Service; Autonomous Vehicles

RATE: $33 PER HOUR
We are helping our client find Trainers – Mission Readiness Service to deliver hands-on training and support the development of new and experienced operators within an autonomous vehicle operations team.

In this role, you'll teach, demonstrate, and assess daily operational procedures through classroom instruction, hands-on training, coaching, and performance evaluations. You'll collaborate with Training Supervisors, Project Managers, instructors, and functional managers to ensure operators remain proficient in standardized operating procedures (SOPs) and current training requirements.

The ideal candidate brings autonomous vehicle industry experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively train and evaluate operators in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

This is a hands-on training position focused on operator development, performance assessment, and procedural compliance. While occasional coverage for operators may be necessary, this role is not expected to participate in ongoing Service or Research & Development (R&D) missions.

• Deliver classroom and hands-on training to new and experienced operators, including demonstrations, coaching, and feedback on daily operating procedures.
• Provide dedicated training support to ensure operators understand and consistently follow established SOPs.
• Review daily operator performance feedback and identify training deficiencies or areas requiring improvement.
• Address training concerns escalated by on-the-job mentors and provide corrective coaching.
• Support ongoing operator development through structured training activities and performance feedback.

• Conduct and grade hands-on assessments, including field-based and simulated training sessions.
• Evaluate operator proficiency in daily operational procedures and safety requirements.
• Communicate assessment results and performance feedback to Training Supervisors and relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct formal audits of new and experienced operators to ensure adherence to established procedures and training standards.
• Identify recurring performance issues and recommend additional training or corrective actions.

• Collaborate with Training Supervisors, Project Managers, instructors, and functional managers to maintain consistent training standards.
• Identify gaps, discrepancies, or areas of confusion within the training curriculum.
• Assist in reviewing, updating, and improving training materials to reflect current SOPs and operational requirements.
• Review new training materials and provide feedback to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure trainees and operators receive the most current training information.

• Complete a minimum of 8 hours per month performing Service or Service Associate duties to maintain operational knowledge and proficiency with SOPs.
• Maintain familiarity with current Mission Readiness procedures, responsibilities, and operational expectations.
• Provide occasional operational coverage when necessary.
• Travel to different locations up to 25% of the time to support training activities.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate training sessions, assessments, and operational needs.

• 1–3 years of experience in the autonomous vehicle (AV) industry.
• Knowledge of Mission Readiness procedures, responsibilities, and operational workflows.
• Ability to understand, demonstrate, and explain standardized operating procedures.
• Experience working in highly collaborative…