Electrical Engineer

Global Ordnance, LLC; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance for you &

Bonus programs

Retirement plans

Job summary

Global Ordnance LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, integrate, and support electrical subsystems for a complex defense weapon system. You will collaborate with systems, mechanical, software, manufacturing, and test teams to deliver production-ready hardware for Government-led testing and evaluations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, at least 5 years in defense or related fields, and experience with ruggedized electrical systems.

Qualifications

• ITAR Authorized US Persons required.
• Must be lawfully permitted to work in facilities that handle firearms and munitions.
• Willingness to travel 25–30% internationally and domestically; travel may vary based on business needs.
• On-site work at the Tampa Bay Area offices.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical engineering experience in defense/aerospace/industrial programs.
• Experience designing ruggedized electrical systems for harsh environments.
• Familiarity with MILSTD461, MILSTD464, MILSTD810 standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate electrical and electronic subsystems for a defense weapon system.
• Ensure electrical safety, performance, and reliability; support system integration.
• Maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ICDs, and documentation.
• Coordinate with manufacturing for producibility, assembly, inspection, and acceptance.

Skills

ITAR compliance

Problem solving

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Schematic capture software

Job description

Global Ordnance is a premier defense solutions provider delivering mission-ready products and logistics support to the US Military and partner nations worldwide. With deep expertise in international procurement, compliance, and end-to-end supply chain management, Global Ordnance specializes in sourcing and delivering high-quality defense systems, munitions, and specialized equipment with speed, precision, and integrity. Our highly talented, agile and hardworking team understands the complexities of US and allied defense contracting, helping GO grow to one of the regions largest defense contractors and one of Tampa Bay’s fastest growing companies year over year. As we continue our growth we are seeking professionals to join our team, we offer highly competitive total compensation packages including company paid (100%) medical and dental insurance for our employees as well as their families, competitive salaries, bonus programs, retirement plans and much more.

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, integration, and support of electrical and electronic subsystems associated with a complex defense weapon system. This role supports prototype development through production readiness, ensuring electrical components and interfaces meet Government requirements for performance, reliability, safety, and maintainability. The Electrical Engineer works closely with systems, mechanical, software, manufacturing, and test teams to deliver production-representative hardware in support of Government-led test and evaluation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance with ITAR, DFAR, and any other relevant regulations and policies.
• Design, develop, and integrate electrical and electronic subsystems, including power distribution, wiring harnesses, connectors, and control interfaces
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and associated technical documentation
• Support system integration by ensuring electrical compatibility across mechanical assemblies and subsystems
• Perform electrical analyses to verify performance, safety, and reliability under operational conditions
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions during integration, testing, and production
• Ensure compliance with Governmentfurnished Technical Data Packages (TDPs), applicable MILSTDs, and contract requirements
• Support configuration management and engineering change control activities
• Assist with preparation of electrical test procedures and support Governmentled test and evaluation activities
• Coordinate with manufacturing partners to support producibility, assembly, inspection, and acceptance of electrical components
• Support supplier technical oversight and evaluation of electrical components and assemblies
• Other project and work as assigned by management
  

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must be ITAR Authorized US Persons
• Must be lawfully permitted and comfortable working in facilities that handle firearms and munitions.
• Must be willing to travel on average 2530%, both internationally and domestic, travel may vary based on business needs.
• Must be able to work on site at our offices in the Tampa Bay Area
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering supporting defense, aerospace, or industrial programs
• Experience designing and integrating ruggedized electrical systems for harsh environments
• Familiarity with military electrical standards and practices (e.g., MILSTD461, MILSTD464, MILSTD810)
• Proficiency with electrical design tools and schematic capture software
• Strong problemsolving and troubleshooting skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting weapon systems, munitions, or safetycritical systems
• Experience with power conditioning, EMI/EMC mitigation, and grounding/bonding practices
• Familiarity with Government test processes and supporting documentation
• Experience transitioning electrical designs from prototype to production
• Active or eligible U.S. security clearance

Work Environment

This role supports a hands-on engineering program and requires collaboration across multiple disciplines and facilities. Occasional travel to manufacturing sites and Government test locations may be required.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Global Ordnance reserves the right to revise or change job duties and descriptions as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. As all employment with Global Ordnance LLC is At-Will and no part of this job description constitutes any promise of continued employment or employment contract.

Global Ordnance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

About Global Ordnance LLC

Global Ordnance LLC (GlobalOrdnance.com & Global-Ordnance.com) is a force multiplier within the commercial and defense military industries supporting a wide array of equipment, ammunition and firearms. As a Veteran Owned Small Business, Global Ordnance LLC strives to provide excellence to our customers with unparalleled integrity of values and the loyalty expected. Global Ordnance LLC has spent years building relationships with global manufacturers and distributors of ammunition, firearms and equipment for our military and law enforcement contracts. These relationships along with Global Ordnance's understanding of customer needs within the defense industry has served as our natural foundation in the civilian marketplace. Thus, expanding into the commercial sale of ammunition, firearms, and complimentary equipment to the savants of the shooting industry or the novice hobbyist.