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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Northrop Grumman is an American defence contractor whose oldest predecessor was founded in 1939, and which took its present form through the 1994 combination of Northrop and Grumman. It builds strategic systems including the B-21 Raider bomber and the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme, military and civil space systems, radars and electronic warfare equipment, autonomous aircraft, and mission systems and software for the United States armed forces and allied governments. Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia and listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it earns the large majority of its revenue from the American government and employs close to one hundred thousand people.
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Shape the future of Australia's Defence capability. Win the opportunities that matter.

Your role:

Northrop Grumman is seeking a driven and strategic Manager Capture to lead the pursuit of some of the most exciting and impactful opportunities in Australia's Defence sector. Working at the forefront of our Mission Systems business, you'll help identify, shape and secure programs that deliver advanced capability to the Australian Defence Force and our allies.

This is a highly visible role where you'll work alongside senior Defence stakeholders, industry partners and technical experts to develop winning strategies and bring innovative solutions to life. If you thrive on building relationships, influencing outcomes and turning opportunities into success stories, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the capture of strategic Defence and government opportunities.
  • Developing and executing winning pursuit and capture strategies.
  • Building trusted relationships with Defence customers, industry partners and key stakeholders.
  • Bringing together cross-functional teams to shape compelling solutions.
  • Driving opportunity qualification, governance and risk management activities.
  • Positioning Northrop Grumman for long-term growth and mission success.

About you:

You're energised by the challenge of winning new business and motivated by the opportunity to contribute to work bigger than yourself. You combine commercial acumen with strong relationship-building skills and can confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels.

You'll bring:

  • Experience in capture management, business development or strategic pursuits.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication skills.
  • The ability to lead teams through complex and competitive opportunities.
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to turn ideas into actionable plans.
  • Experience within Defence, government or other complex regulated environments (desirable).
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications (desirable).
  • The ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance.

Why Northrop Grumman?

At Northrop Grumman, you'll be part of a team solving some of the nation's most complex challenges. You'll work on meaningful programs, collaborate with passionate experts and help deliver technology and capability that supports Australia's security and future readiness. Every day brings the opportunity to make an impact, grow your career and contribute to a shared mission that truly matters.

Ready to help shape what's next? Join us and be part of defining the future of Defence capability in Australia.

What we offer:

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

  • Professional development - further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
  • Salary packaging including novated car leases and the option to purchase additional annual leave
  • Flexible working options, including hybrid working, 9 day fortnights, volunteer leave and varying start and finish times to suit your family needs
  • 18 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid reservist leave
  • We offer all employees access to our Health & Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Employee Recognition Program

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected]

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification

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