Embedded Linux/RTOS Engineer

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Embedded Linux/RTOS Engineer

Sterling Heights, MI

Contract Position

$51.42-$57.85/Hour

Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance

Join a team dedicated to designing and producing armored combat and support vehicles. As a prime mover in ground force capabilities, this firm provides innovative solutions that ensure the safety and effectiveness of military personnel worldwide, focusing on durability, mobility, and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Build and configure embedded operating systems such as VxWorks and Linux using tools like Yocto or Buildroot.
• Perform Linux system programming tasks, including device driver development, board bring-up, bootloader configuration, and new hardware enablement.
• Develop, integrate, and maintain C/C++ code for embedded systems across the full software development lifecycle.
• Lead architecture definition, interface design, and software verification for secure real-time environments.
• Troubleshoot low-level software issues and distinguish between software/hardware root causes.
• Load and verify official software builds into target systems (lab environments and vehicle platforms).
• Enable embedded system security using cryptography, SELinux, verified boot, and other secure architecture features.
• Participate in debugging using tools such as GDB, Workbench, or other JTAG interfaces.
• Support performance optimization of embedded systems and complex software pipelines.
• Apply Agile practices, work with Git, Jira, Bitbucket, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development toolchains.
• Contribute to continuous integration and secure self-updating mechanisms within embedded platforms.
• Support cross-functional teams, including hardware, cybersecurity, and systems engineering.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• 5-7 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded system development.
• Strong knowledge of Linux internals, system-level programming, and asynchronous software (threads, timers, interrupts).
• Experience with VxWorks, Wind River Workbench, and embedded Linux debugging.
• Experience in hardware bring-up and low-level programming (bootloaders, memory maps).
• Familiarity with Yocto, Buildroot, or similar Linux image build systems.
• Knowledge of real-time systems or safety-critical software is preferred.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with ground combat vehicles or automotive/military platforms.
• Experience with hypervisors (Type I or II) and secure execution environments.
• Familiarity with digital signatures, encryption methods, and NIST quantum-resistant algorithms.
• Experience enabling self-update mechanisms or managing secure software pipelines.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles including authentication, nonrepudiation, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Comfortable working in environments that include prototype shops, labs, manufacturing, and vehicle integration bays.
• Ability to pass ASR (Anthropometric Size Restriction) to climb on/off and work in military vehicles.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

Your Recruiter

Still have questions? Reach out to

Rob- (Email) rob.veuleman@moseleytechnical.com

What to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation which may include education, criminal and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will have the opportunity to be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance and a 401K. Appreciation and gratitude for employees is a hallmark of organizations with low turnover.
• Final postion level and pay will be based on experience.

Resources

• To apply, send resume to: resumes@moseleytechnical.com
• For more active job openings: https://careers.moseleytechnical.com/jobs
• For more information about Moseley visit : http://www.moseleytechnical.com/about-us/

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30 year-old commitment of "World Class Service. World Class Company."