Mission Lead I

Latitude AI ( lat.ai ) is building the future of Ford’s autonomy roadmap to make travel safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for everyone. Bringing this vision to scale, our fully in-house developed hands-free ADAS platform will debut on the all-new Ford Fathom in 2027.

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 redefining the relationship between people and their vehicles for millions of customers.

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:

Fleet Operations is where the rubber meets the road. A team that embraces traffic and thrives under pressure as the champions of a safety culture. Mission Leads are the individuals responsible for the safe operation of Latitude AI’s vehicles. We test, monitor, and expand on Latitude AI's capabilities’ giving way to Latitude AI’s vision of safer travel for all. With an eye to the future of mobility, Fleet Operations takes the vehicles and travels the road of the people; traversing the country on the open road to ensure the product is something we are proud to stand behind.

What you’ll do:

Operate, either independently or part of a team, a Latitude Test Vehicle, safely and compliantly to a high degree of efficiency and efficacy

Develop a deep knowledge of in-vehicle software, hardware, and overall system

Schedule, manage, and lead fleet operations teams, shifts, and missions, ensuring efficiency and safety

Manage and/or mentor employees and contingent workers, providing regular coaching, feedback, and training

Promote a culture of safety, including compliance with all safety regulations and protocols

Conduct daily briefings to ensure the team is fully prepared to execute operations for the day

Author procedures, protocols, and reports related to daily operations

Guides execution of assigned projects from beginning to end with minimal guidance

What you'll need to succeed:

Bachelor’s degree required. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree with 2 years of employment experience or a High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 4 years of employment experience is required

Must have valid driver’s license and ability to meet Latitude AI’s minimum driving record requirements, as verified by Motor Vehicle Record background checks prior to hire and periodically thereafter

Ability to meet Latitude’s Vehicle Operator safety screening requirements, including drug screening and criminal background checks conducted prior to hire and periodically thereafter

Enjoyment of driving for extended periods of time

Adaptable to changing priorities and able to pivot quickly to meet operational challenges

Experience in a professional work environment where safety, honesty, procedure and/or software testing are emphasized

Skilled in managing and executing projects from start to finish with minimal guidance

Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills for delivering updates and training

Ability to assess incoming priorities and schedule accordingly to meet operational demand

Strong interest in technology and software and the ability to adapt to its ever-changing developments and improvements

Strong desire to travel to remote offices and test facilities

Nice to have:

Autonomous Vehicle and/or on-road data collection industry experience

Working knowledge of Atlassian Jira basics

Managerial experience in a fast paced environment

What we offer you:

Competitive compensation packages

High-quality individual and family medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings account with available employer match

Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting

Employer-paid group term life insurance and the option to elect voluntary life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid medical leave

Unlimited vacation

15 paid holidays

Daily lunches, snacks, and beverages available in all office locations

Pre-tax spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Monthly wellness stipend

Adoption/Surrogacy support program

Backup child and elder care program

Professional development reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Discounted programs that include legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more

Company and team bonding outlets: employee resource groups, quarterly team activity stipend, and wellness initiatives

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.

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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.