Kyle Freckleton
Mountain View,CA
Summary
Autonomous vehicle test operations specialist with 8+ years at Tesla supporting ADAS and vehicle validation programs across global environments. Experienced in fleet operations, test execution, and data collection systems, with a strong track record of ensuring vehicle readiness, coordinating logistics, and supporting engineering teams in safety-critical testing environments. Known for improving operational consistency, training personnel, and maintaining reliable test workflows at scale.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Autonomous Vehicle Test Vehicle Operator
NVIDIA
Santa Clara, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Managed and validated multi-system data acquisition platforms for autonomous vehicle testing, ensuring reliability of daily builds and supporting AI training workflows
- Partnered with software and QA teams to refine testing methodologies, improve data quality, and accelerate feedback loops for autonomous systems
- Monitored complex onboard systems consisting of multiple compute modules and sensors, troubleshooting issues to maintain consistent data capture
- Trained and onboarded new team members on vehicle operation, safety protocols, and standardized data collection procedures
Lab Operations Fleet Specialist - Project Coordinator IV
Tesla Motors
Fremont, CA
02.2021 - 06.2025
- Coordinated day-to-day fleet operations supporting vehicle validation and engineering programs, including scheduling, maintenance planning, and logistics across active test vehicles
- Ensured fleet readiness for ongoing test activities by managing inspections, vehicle availability, and lifecycle processes (allocation, transport, decommissioning)
- Supported large-scale mileage accumulation and validation programs by organizing vehicle usage, tracking availability, and maintaining operational continuity
- Led training and certification for test drivers, delivering classroom and hands-on instruction to ensure safety, consistency, and adherence to testing protocols
- Acted as a central point of coordination between test operators, engineering teams, and logistics functions to maintain smooth execution of daily test operations
ADAS Test Operator - Test Operator IV
Tesla Motors
Palo Alto, CA
01.2017 - 02.2021
- Executed structured on-road and closed-course testing for ADAS systems, supporting data collection and validation across diverse environments and global test locations
- Managed end-to-end test execution including route adherence, event documentation, and post-drive data upload for engineering analysis
- Contributed to vehicle instrumentation efforts, assisting in the development of custom test setups and fixtures for validation of vehicle systems
- Supported dynamometer testing by preparing vehicles, executing test procedures, and documenting results for engineering review
- Collaborated with engineering teams to provide detailed feedback on system performance, edge cases, and real-world behavior
Education
Computer Information Systems
Utah Tech University
St. George, UTHigh School Diploma - undefined
Dixie High School
St. George, UT01-2002
Skills
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Collaboration with engineering, QA, and operations teams
- Test program support and execution alignment
- Communication of test results and field feedback
Test Operations & Fleet Management
- Fleet coordination and vehicle readiness
- Test scheduling and logistics
- Mileage accumulation and validation support
- Vehicle lifecycle management (allocation, transport, decommissioning)
Training & Process Improvement
- Driver training and onboarding
- Standardizing testing procedures and safety protocols
- Improving operational consistency and workflow efficiency
Technical & Systems Exposure
- Multi-system onboard computer and sensor setups
- Troubleshooting of hardware/software issues
- Familiarity with Linux, command line, and multi-OS environments
Timeline
Autonomous Vehicle Test Vehicle Operator
NVIDIA
10.2025 - Current
Lab Operations Fleet Specialist - Project Coordinator IV
Tesla Motors
02.2021 - 06.2025
ADAS Test Operator - Test Operator IV
Tesla Motors
01.2017 - 02.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Dixie High School
Computer Information Systems
Utah Tech University