Director, Command Center

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. 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. Aurora is seeking a strategic and operationally grounded Director, Command Center Operations to lead and scale Command Center operations supporting Autonomous Vehicle Operations. This role is responsible for defining operational direction, strengthening organizational capability, and ensuring Command Center operations can safely and effectively support Aurora’s growing commercial network in a safety-critical environment. The Director will oversee real-time operations, including fleet monitoring, dispatch coordination, incident management, and remote assistance supporting Aurora’s autonomous fleet. Operating at the intersection of human-in-the-loop autonomy, logistics, and real-time operations, this role will drive scalable operating models, cross-functional alignment, and continuous improvement initiatives that support safe on-road operations, customer experience, fleet optimization, and commercial performance. This role partners closely with Product, Safety, Engineering, and Business leaders to align operational capabilities with Aurora’s evolving technology roadmap and long-term operational goals. In this role, you will Lead and scale Command Center operations across multiple teams and operational functions supporting Autonomous Vehicle Operations. Define operational direction, priorities, and performance expectations aligned with Aurora’s commercial and operational objectives. Oversee real-time monitoring, dispatch coordination, remo te assistance, and incident response operations supporting Aurora’s autonomous fleet. Shape scalable operating models, governance mechanisms, and escalation frameworks to support safe and efficient operations at scale. Oversee operational readiness, staffing strategy, and organizational planning to support current operations and future growth.