Are you ready to lead operational excellence and strategic growth in a global defense technology company with a strong societal mission?

The Context

Nammo is a recognized global leader in specialty ammunition and rocket motors, operating at the intersection of national security, advanced engineering, and industrial performance. Headquartered in Norway, with 27 production sites and a presence in 12 countries, Nammo employs approximately 4,400 people. Nammo is driven by its vision Securing the Future and united by the core values – Dedication, Precision and Care.

Within Nammo’s portfolio, the Small and Medium Caliber Ammunition (SMCA) Business Unit holds a central position, delivering premium technology and products to governmental customers and selected industrial partners worldwide. As the current EVP transitions to a new role, Nammo is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Vice President SMCA to lead this global business unit into its next phase of growth and innovation.

The Role

As EVP SMCA, you will hold overall strategic and operational responsibility for one of Nammo’s largest and most complex Business Units, with production facilities in Finland, Sweden, Spain, USA, and Norway. You will take overall leadership of a high-performing international organization, driving results in a demanding and strategically important market. Your role will be to ensure operational excellence, supply chain robustness, and continued development of Nammo’s advanced engineering and production capabilities.

You will strengthen organizational capabilities, standardize key processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Externally, you will represent SMCA in strategic partnerships, industry collaborations, and long-term customer agreements.


The Candidate

We seek a seasoned leader with a strong operational mindset and strategic depth. You combine broad leadership experience from complex, international organizations with a strong ability to translate strategy into measurable results. A background from large-scale production environments will be advantageous. Experience from the ammunition industry will be considered a clear asset, providing valuable understanding of the market, technology, and operational context in which Nammo operates.

You are recognized for your ability to inspire, engage, and develop people. With integrity, empathy, and analytical strength, you build trust and deliver results in demanding contexts. Professional experience and leadership achievements weigh more heavily than formal education, though a master’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field will be preferred.


Why Nammo?

This is an opportunity to take a pivotal leadership role in a company with a clear societal purpose, strong financial foundation and solid growth. As EVP SMCA, you will combine operational accountability with strategic influence at group level, contributing directly to Nammo’s continued expansion and industrial advancement.

You will join a company characterized by trust, collaboration, and a deep commitment to excellence, and lead a business area positioned for further growth in a dynamic and competitive global market. The role offers significant international exposure and the opportunity to build a strong global network across Nammo’s operations, partners, and key stakeholders in the defense and industrial sectors.


Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so please reach out as soon as possible if you are interested.

For confidential discussions, please contact:
Frode Bjørnæs – +47 958 24 529 / frode@hartmarkexecutive.no
Hilde Herud – +47 464 13 604 / hilde@hartmarkexecutive.no