Job Description & Requirements
Salary: Up to $12,000 basic
Bonus: 1 month
Duration: 12 months (Renewable/ Convertible to permanent role)
Location: East (Changi)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6pm
Our client is at the forefront of transforming airside operations through the adoption of autonomous vehicle (AV) technologies. As part of our automation roadmap, we are partnering with leading AV providers to deploy cutting-edge technology to enhance productivity and safety on the airside.
Overview:
We are seeking a results-driven Autonomous Vehicle Technical Lead to work with AV providers in testing, calibrating, and deploying their technologies to operate in Changi’s airside environment. A critical focus of this role will be enabling the transition from SAE Level 3 to Level 4 autonomy, ensuring systems are capable of full automation in a dynamic and safety-critical airport environment. You will lead a team of deployment engineers, develop the necessary supporting infrastructure, and ensure that AV systems are designed for safety, scalability, and operational excellence.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to lead transformative AV projects at one of the world’s most innovative airports.
- A hands-on role focused on implementing cutting-edge technology with global impact.
- Competitive compensation for the contract duration.
- A chance to set new benchmarks in the aviation industry by integrating AV solutions at scale.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Implementation and Deployment:
- Assist with the procurement of AV systems, including, but not limited to, translating operational requirements into key design requirements and technical specifications, performing technical evaluation of proposed solutions, developing testing and evaluation plans and KPIs for continuous monitoring of AV performance.
- Lead on-site calibration and integration of AV systems, addressing site-specific challenges such as traffic patterns, environmental conditions, and airside workflows.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to oversee the phased rollout of AV solutions, transitioning from trials to full scale operational deployment.
- Oversee joint-testing programs with AV providers to validate AV performance in real- world conditions, including navigation, safety, and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communication.
- Recommend and support the implementation of AV support systems, such as integration with a global fleet monitoring system, vehicle-to-anything (V2X) feature development, and installation of charging facilities and/or other infrastructure modifications.
- Ensure the implementation of an integrated logistics support plan, covering documentation, maintenance and training of safety driver/remote operators.
AV fleet monitoring:
- Design and implement a continuous monitoring programme to track the safety, security and operational performance of the AV fleets.
- Assist with the investigation and root-cause analysis of AV-related incidents.
- Identify gaps and recommend product improvements to improve AV performance.
- Assist in the design and implementation of a Ǫuality Assurance (ǪA) programme to ensure reliability and sustenance of AV operations, including maintenance regimes, modifications, part replacements and software upgrades.
- Approve key design changes and update risk assessments/acceptances.
Transition to SAE Level 4 Autonomy:
- Drive efforts to advance AV systems from SAE Level 3 (conditional automation) to SAE Level 4 (high automation), enabling vehicles to operate independently in most conditions while meeting safety and operational standards.
Compliance and adoption of best practices:
- Work with internal stakeholders and AV providers to develop safety cases that meet local and/or international regulatory standards for autonomous vehicle operations.
- Ensure all deployments comply with aviation and transportation safety and security regulations, addressing risk assessments, validation processes, and documentation.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies to secure certifications and approvals for AV systems.
- Ensure all AV implementations follow industry best practices for safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Benchmark solutions against global standards for autonomous systems, incorporating the latest advancements and lessons from other deployments.
- Promote continuous improvement by identifying and applying proven methodologies in AV testing, deployment, and management.
Team Leadership:
- Manage and mentor a team of deployment engineers, ensuring high-quality execution of technical tasks.
- Provide hands-on guidance to address technical challenges and maintain project timelines.
- Foster a collaborative environment that prioritises safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Serve as the primary interface between Changi Airport Group, AV providers, and regulators.
- Communicate progress, challenges, and results to internal and external stakeholders.
- Align AV activities with the broader automation roadmap, ensuring they contribute to Changi’s long-term operational goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in autonomous vehicle systems, robotics, or related fields, with a focus on external collaboration and deployment.
- Proven experience in testing, customising, and deploying AV systems in operational environments.
- Strong knowledge of SAE autonomy levels, with hands-on experience in transitioning systems to higher levels of autonomy (preferably SAE Level 4).
- Familiarity with safety-critical environments such as aviation or transportation is highly desirable.
- Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address real-world challenges.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and working with diverse stakeholders.
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