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Mission Analyst - Palo Alto, CA (Contract)
At a Glance
- Location
- Palo Alto, California, United States
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Compensation
- act position in California is $29.15 - $43.73/hour USD. Actual starting pay
- Posted
- 2026-05-13T16:29:54-04:00
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Domain Knowledge
- Automotive
- Education
- Embedded Systems
- Engineering
- Regulatory
Requirements
Minimum 3+ years of experience in vehicle testing, automotive technology, or prototype systems validation
Proficiency with Jira (managing bug lifecycles), Linux terminal/command-line interfaces, GitHub, and automotive diagnostic hardware
Hands-on proficiency with wiring, sensor installation, and electrical system troubleshooting
Prior experience in technical driving, fleet operations, or vehicle testing environments where compliance and adherence to procedures were crucial
Experience with fully electric vehicles (EV) and embedded software systems
Exposure to vehicle software flashing tools or bug tracking systems
Responsibilities
Independent Mission Execution:
Lead and execute comprehensive test routes and maneuvers based on engineering test plans without on-site supervision.
Software Management & Diagnostics:
Utilize in-house and industry-standard diagnostic tools (e.g., CANalyzer, Vehicle Spy) to perform software updates, module flashing, and configuration changes
Technical Triaging & Bug Reporting:
Identify and document software defects in Jira.
Team
The Mission Analyst is a senior-level technical role responsible for executing complex vehicle evaluation missions independently. You will serve as the primary link between the field and the engineering team, managing the vehicle’s software state, troubleshooting system failures in real-time, and providing high-fidelity data. This role eliminates the need for an engineer to be present in the vehicle during most test cycles and requires a degree of technical literacy regarding vehicle software architecture.