Contract Motion Capture Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Hiring Robot Operators & Data Collectors paying between $30-33/hr. No experience required.

All shifts available (Morning, Swing, Overnight)

🤖 Launch Your Career in AI & Robotics — Earn $30–$33/Hour

Now Hiring: Robot Data Collectors

All Shifts Available (Morning, Swing, Overnight)

As a Robot Data Collector, you'll wear motion-capture (MoCap) suits and VR equipment to perform real-world movements that help train intelligent robotic systems. Your contributions will play a key role in teaching robots how to move, interact, and perform tasks more naturally and safely.

✅ Competitive pay: $30–$33 per hour

✅ Gain hands-on experience in the AI and robotics industry

✅ Work with advanced VR and motion-capture technology

✅ Great entry point for students, recent graduates, and aspiring robotics professionals

✅ Ideal for candidates with athletic, kinesiology, sports, dance, theater, fitness, engineering, computer science, or technology backgrounds

✅ Be part of an innovative team building the future of intelligent machines

• Wear a motion-capture suit and VR headset to perform a variety of natural human movements
• Generate high-quality motion data used to train AI and robotic systems
• Follow movement scenarios and interaction protocols
• Identify and report technical issues or inconsistencies during data collection
• Provide feedback to improve processes and data quality
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment

• Comfortable being physically active for up to 8 hours per shift
• Comfortable wearing a VR headset and motion-capture equipment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Basic computer skills
• Reliable, motivated, and eager to learn

Perfect for:

• College students seeking flexible, high-paying work
• Recent college graduates looking to enter AI, robotics, or technology careers
• Athletes, fitness enthusiasts, dancers, performers, and physically active individuals
• Candidates interested in gaining experience with emerging technologies

Morning: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Swing: 2:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Overnight: 10:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Choose one weekly rotation:

• Wednesday – Sunday
• Thursday – Monday
• Friday – Tuesday
• Saturday – Wednesday

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Jose, CA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Jose,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.