Who we are

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.

What we are looking for

We’re searching for an Operations Manager based in Laredo, TX. This person will lead a multidisciplinary team in operations, driving initiatives around fleet optimization, efficiency, and morale. This role demands cross functional collaboration within Vehicle Operations and with stakeholders throughout Aurora. The right person is highly motivated, approachable, and dedicated to the development and productivity of the team.

In this role, you will

Lead a team of managers and/or operators

Lead with empathy and establish an inspired safety culture for all in-vehicle teams

Lead by example and successfully collaborate cross functionally, with a “Win Together” mindset

Develop and drive your team by building on individual strengths and opportunities, to ensure continuous growth and development

Follow all Aurora policies and adhere to the Vehicle Operations Manual

Manage your team’s productivity and efficiency striving for continuous improvement

Understand all major Aurora initiatives and programs, and communicate them effectively to ensure alignment at every level of your team.

Act as POC for key Aurora initiatives as they pertain to Vehicle Operations

Interact with the public as an ambassador for Aurora

Required Qualifications

Safety focused

Ability to make command decisions, lead by example, and motivate teams.

Exceptional critical thinking and communication skills

Experience working in a collaborative environment.

Valid US driver’s license and clean driving history, validated by an MVR check

Comfortable with travel for up to one month at a time, up to 30% of your time

Desirable Qualifications

3+ years of people management focusing on growth and development

Experience managing managers

Experience making schedules, managing vacation requests, participating in quarterly planning, and goal setting for self and others

Experience working and managing rotating shifts, possibly early morning, late evening, and some weekends

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to adjust for audience

Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new software applications and processes

The ability to operate independently with little or no supervision

Strong organizational skills

Ability to prioritize testing deliverables and assignments from just high-level detail, and delegate appropriately

Ensure a safety first approach is adopted by the team

Ability to lead through ambiguity to set clear objectives for your team

Experience in operations, trucking, technology, or customer service field.

Conflict management and resolution experience

The base salary range for this position is $112,500 - $133,500 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for benefits.

Working at Aurora

At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.

We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy, and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, Aurorans are expected to work from the office at least 3 days per week, with some roles requiring more frequent in-office presence, up to 5 days per week, based on operational needs.