Also called: Proving Ground Driver, Durability Driver, AV Safety Operator
Drives prototype and self-driving test vehicles on proving grounds and public roads to find problems.
At a proving ground, you might drive the same rough road loop for hours to test durability, or slam the brakes on ice to test stability control. Autonomous vehicle safety drivers sit ready to take over the wheel.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. Clean driving record and company training; advanced driving courses help.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing about average. Varies with auto and AV testing programs.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. Simulation and self-driving test fleets cut human test miles; specialized track testing remains.
Age 21+. One way to start: Apply to proving grounds, carmakers or test-driving contractors; they train you
Classes: Driver's education, Physics.
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