Head of Robotics Operations Job at Assessfirst (Detroit)

Head of Fleet & Studio Operations

You own the physical execution of the entire robot fleet—internal studio and ext...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

190000.00 - 260000.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ yrs running complex physical fleets (robotics studios, AV test fleets, warehouse robotics, last-mile delivery, field service ops)
Managed a team of coordinators/dispatchers through high-growth phases
Built processes and tooling that scaled 10 → 1000+ assets without breaking
Customer-facing ops experience (SLAs, dedicated account support, on-site handoffs)
Calm in chaos, obsessed with predictability

Job Responsibility

Run a small team of fleet coordinators and dispatch leads
Own 24/7 fleet visibility, staging, scene readiness, and external dispatch
Execute the daily/weekly collection plan with zero deviation
Manage on-site and remote robot hand-offs for beta homes, B2B pilots, and commercial partners
Build dedicated ops playbooks and SLAs for high-value customers
Kill blockers in minutes, escalate in seconds
Own the tooling roadmap: internal fleet tracker → customer-facing portal
Scale the function from today’s studio to tens of thousands of deployed units

What we offer

Equity
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Fulltime

Lead Undersea Vehicle Roboticist

Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems and...

Location

United States , Woburn

Salary:

158000.00 - 220000.00 USD / Year

STR

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred)
8-10+ years of experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or related fields, with a focus on control systems and embedded software development
Proven track record of taking white-sheet vehicle designs from concept to full operational functionality
Deep expertise in robotic frameworks such as ROS, MOOS-IvP, UMAA, or similar platforms
Strong understanding of control theory, sensor fusion, and real-time systems
Hands-on experience with integrating and utilizing onboard sensors, including IMUs, depth sensors, and navigation systems, to implement control laws
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or similar, with a focus on embedded systems and real-time control applications
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, ideally as part of complex technical projects
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a creative and analytical mindset
Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Job Responsibility

Lead the design, development, and implementation of control systems and embedded software for uncrewed undersea vehicles, from concept to operational deployment
Architect and implement flight control algorithms that integrate onboard attitude, heading, depth, and other sensor data to achieve precise vehicle control and mission execution
Develop and integrate robotic frameworks such as Robot Operating System (ROS), MOOS-IvP, Unmanned Maritime Autonomy Architecture (UMAA), or similar platforms to enable robust autonomy
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components
Conduct simulation, testing, and validation of control systems in both virtual and real-world environments, iterating designs to optimize performance
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence
Contribute to the development of system-level requirements, architecture, and documentation to support the full lifecycle of undersea vehicle development
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in robotics, autonomy, and undersea systems, applying them to advance the state of the art

Fulltime

New

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Head & Neck Surgery

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center located in beautiful Northeast Florida is acti...

Location

United States , Jacksonville

Salary:

Not provided

Baptist Health (Florida)

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master's Degree
Surgical Experience Required
First Assist Experience Preferred
Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant Required
Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) Required

Job Responsibility

Help manage and facilitate care for patients throughout the entire spectrum of care: outpatient clinic, inpatient floor and operative rooms, and on-call (shared with others on the service)
Have significant autonomy in managing patients and performing procedures both in the outpatient clinic setting and also in the ORs
Inpatient: independent rounding on patients in the acute post operative phase who are admitted to the hospital, post operative wound care and pain management, timely collaboration with consulting physicians, coordinating discharge from the hospital, and evaluation of new consults
OR: As surgical first-assist, assist in open head & neck, endoscopic, microvascular reconstruction, and robotic surgical cases and post-operative management
Outpatient: With sufficient growth and experience, have their own independent clinic with autonomy
Evaluate new and existing patients in the pre and post operative phase, in collaboration with staff physicians, as well as multidisciplinary team, complete outpatient documentation in a timely fashion, perform clinic procedures as applicable
Procedures include wound care, skin closures, and laryngoscopy
Hours: Monday – Friday + On-Call
On-Call: Shared night and weekend call: home call for head and neck service during the week, and weekend call with inpatient rounding as well as OR coverage for stat or emergency cases

Fulltime

Deployment Engineer

As a Deployment Engineer, you are the technical architect of a live customer sit...

Location

United States

Salary:

90000.00 - 112000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineer, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
3-5+ years in robotics, autonomous systems, or industrial automation
Experience as a Field Engineer, Customer Success Engineer, Integration Engineer, or similar is highly preferred
Deep comfort with ROS tools (rviz, rosbag, tf) for visualizing and debugging vehicle thoughts
Exceptional communication skills
Ability to work in industrial environments (warehouses, yards) and travel up to 50-70% of the time
Robotics deployment, calibration, and troubleshooting
Network configuration and customer IT environments
Experience working directly at customer sites in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environments
Ability to analyze logs, metrics, and sensor data to diagnose complex system issues

Job Responsibility

Lead end-to-end deployment of autonomous robotic systems at customer facilities
Conduct site surveys and assess automation readiness, infrastructure constraints, and ODD requirements
Generate 3D and semantic maps and validate localization and navigation performance
Install, configure, calibrate, and commission robotic systems in live production environments
Train customer operators, maintenance teams, and site stakeholders
manage handoff to support
Work directly with the Customer Solutions Engineering team to take their designs in a handoff and perform a full implementation and betterment of these designs
Define and lead the final testing phase during the implementation, proving to the customer that the system meets all safety and throughput Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Perform the handoff and orientation of the vehicle with the customer as well as part of the handoff
Act as the primary technical point of contact during deployments and early operations

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Remote or hybrid work opportunities
Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
Monthly meal and tech allowances for remote employees

Fulltime

Head of Global Manufacturing

A fast-growing life science tools company headquartered in Denmark is transition...

Location

Denmark , Greater Copenhagen area (Søborg)

Salary:

Not provided

Life Science Talent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven hands-on leadership in manufacturing/assembly operations for electromechanical products (instruments, automation, robotics, devices, etc.)
Strong procurement and supplier management experience (RFQs, negotiation, lead times, quality expectations)
Demonstrated ability to set up inventory/warehouse processes and kitting for assembly environments
Experience implementing and driving adoption of operational systems (MRP/ERP or lightweight alternatives)
Ability to build structure (standard work, cadence, metrics) in a scaling environment without over-bureaucratizing
Comfortable operating close to the work—player-coach mindset

Job Responsibility

In-house assembly & manufacturing execution
Procurement & supplier management
Inventory, warehouse & material flow
Order management, fulfillment & logistics
Operating system & cadence (moving beyond spreadsheets)
Team leadership

Fulltime

Head of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

We are seeking a very dynamic Head of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering to lead...

Location

United States , Garden Grove

Salary:

190000.00 - 230000.00 USD / Year

Harbinger Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
15+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing, preferably within the automotive or EV sector
Proven track record of scaling manufacturing operations from pilot to mass production
Deep knowledge of automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, and other advanced production technologies
Strong leadership and team-building skills with experience managing cross-functional teams
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management abilities
Deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and quality management systems
Commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact in manufacturing processes

Job Responsibility

Lead the development, design, and implementation of advanced manufacturing equipment, systems, technologies and processes to support current and future production goals including the expansion and optimization of our state-of-the-art production facilities
Spearhead the integration of cutting-edge automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing tools, ensuring simultaneous product/process engineering, seamless operation and optimized throughput
Oversee the design, layout, and launch of new production lines, ensuring alignment with program milestones and volume targets
Collaborate with design engineering, product development, supply chain and quality teams to ensure design for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and product quality
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact
Partner with supply chain teams to ensure alignment on material flow, logistics, and just-in-time inventory strategies
Develop, manage and track capital expenditure plans for manufacturing infrastructure, tools, and technologies
Build and lead a high-performing manufacturing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations
Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for all manufacturing-related projects

What we offer

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

Fulltime

Senior Recruiter

As our Senior Recruiter you will be responsible for helping Chef scale by identi...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

100000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a fast-paced, startup or tech environment
Proven ability to hire across multiple functions
technical, software, AI, robotics, recruiting experience strongly preferred
You’re adept at prioritizing and managing multiple searches simultaneously, driving results in a fast-paced environment
Strong sourcing chops—you’re scrappy, resourceful, and love the hunt
You excel at sourcing, engaging passive talent
You possess strong communication skills and can quickly build rapport and trust with candidates
You’re empathetic, warm, and able to build trust with both candidates and hiring teams
Obsessed with candidate experience and passionate about creating a thoughtful process
You’re energized by working in an early-stage, dynamic environment and excited to build systems that scale

Job Responsibility

Own full-cycle recruiting across multiple roles (technical and non-technical), from sourcing and screening to offers and close
Partner with hiring managers to understand headcount needs, role requirements, and ideal candidate profiles
Drive sourcing strategies to attract passive candidates using tools like LinkedIn, Gem, and referrals
Maintain a high bar for candidate experience and communication throughout the hiring process
Collaborate with the Head of People to improve and scale recruiting operations (interview training, metrics tracking, employer branding, etc.)
Champion our mission and culture, serving as the first point of contact for many future “Chefs”
Experiment with new sourcing channels and creative outreach tactics to build a diverse pipeline
Oversee the ATS (Applicant Tracking System), ensuring clean pipelines and strong communication at each stage for a high-touch candidate experience
Uphold an exceptionally high hiring standard, ensuring that we attract world-class talent

Fulltime

Head of Factory Software & Vehicle Diagnostics

At Mach Industries, we are designing and building the world’s most advanced prod...

Location

United States , Huntington Beach

Salary:

170000.00 - 250000.00 USD / Year

Mach Industries

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related engineering field
10+ years of experience in software engineering, controls engineering, automated testing, manufacturing software, or firmware systems
5+ years of experience leading technical teams or engineering organizations
Proven track record of shipping production-critical software or managing large-scale automated test systems
Strong systems-level thinking across software, hardware, networks, and manufacturing workflows
Deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
PLCs and industrial controls (Beckhoff, Siemens, B&R, Allen-Bradley)
Firmware flashing, bootloaders, and secure signing
Vehicle or embedded diagnostics (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS, custom protocols)
Test automation frameworks, HIL systems, or end-of-line validation

Job Responsibility

Build, lead, and develop a cross-functional organization including manufacturing software engineers, controls engineers, firmware-tools engineers, diagnostic engineers, and data platform engineers
Own the end-to-end architecture for factory software, including MES-like systems, build tracking, serialization, and production workflow tools
Lead the design and implementation of vehicle flashing, commissioning, and diagnostics pipelines inside the factory
Define and deliver the vehicle–factory communication framework (CAN, Ethernet, custom protocols, telemetry ingestion, APIs)
Oversee all end-of-line (EOL) software, automated test stands, calibration systems, and data acquisition infrastructure
Partner with manufacturing engineering, build engineering, design engineering, flight software, and NPI teams to integrate software tools and processes across the vehicle lifecycle
Implement highly reliable production-grade software with redundancy, observability, and real-time data health monitoring
Drive rapid iteration and continuous improvement of test coverage, automation, and factory efficiency
Own uptime, performance, and correctness for all software critical to production and test operations
Establish coding standards, architecture strategies, and long-range roadmaps for factory software and diagnostics

What we offer

Offers Equity
healthcare
dental and vision plans
retirement savings
paid time off
funds for continuing education, training, and career growth

Fulltime

Head of Robotics Operations

Assessfirst

Location:
United States , Detroit

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
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