Linux Electrical Engineer

Veteran Firm Seeking a Linux Electrical Engineer for an Onsite Assignment in Boston, MA

My name is Stephen Hrutka, and I lead a Veteran-owned consulting firm in Washington, DC, focused on strategic sourcing, supply chain, and IT staffing.

We are seeking to fill the Linux Electrical Engineer role for an innovative rail engineering solutions provider and systems integrator company.

The ideal candidate is a Boston resident with 4+ years of electrical engineering experience in industrial or defense sectors, specifically with a strong background in Linux-based Real‑time Operating Systems (RTOS) and hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation.

If you’re interested, I’ll gladly provide more details about the role and further discuss your qualifications.

Thanks,

Executive

Summary:

HRUCKUS is looking for an experienced Linux Electrical Engineer to support the development, integration, and maintenance of complex hardware interfaces and software for Real‑time Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop simulators. The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing and testing electrical systems, ensuring system safety and reliability through rigorous hardware and software integration. This role requires a balance of technical expertise in circuit analysis and a deep understanding of embedded systems.

$/yr – $/yr

This range is provided by HRUCKUS. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Design hardware interfaces and develop software for Real‑time Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop simulators.
• Select and procure electrical components under compressed timelines from requirement to delivery.
• Create and interpret detailed electrical specifications, schematics, and diagrams.
• Develop and implement Lab View projects for prototype sensors and optical equipment.
• Perform circuit review, approval, and microprocessor software development using Python and C++.
• Collaborate with external board houses (PCB fabricators) and contract manufacturers.

Position Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering within industrial, defense, or R&D sectors.
• Proficiency in C, C++, Java, and Python for embedded systems.
• Strong background in analog and digital circuit analysis and design.
• Hands‑on experience with oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal generators, and multimeters.
• Basic soldering skills for surface‑mount packages (0603, 0402, TSSOP, SOIC).

Desired Requirements:

• Experience with VxWorks or other non‑Linux real‑time OS debugging.
• Familiarity with Verilog, VHDL, or MATLAB.
• Experience in automated testing and in‑situ detection systems.
• Knowledge of IoT‑enabled control schemes and smart systems.

Job Title: Linux Electrical Engineer

Salary Range: $120,000 to $130,000 annually

This position will report primarily to the Director of Hardware and Electrical Engineering.

Travel will be required to work sites in the northeast corridor.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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