Job Overview
Reporting to the VP of Strategy and Corporate Development, you will take ownership of complex, high‑value deals from initial evaluation through close. You will work closely with senior leadership to execute our M&A strategy, lead cross‑functional deal teams, and deliver sophisticated analysis that informs critical investment decisions. This role offers the opportunity to drive meaningful transactions while developing your leadership capabilities in a dynamic environment.
Worker Type
Regular
Responsibilities
- Lead evaluation and execution of M&A transactions, strategic investments, joint ventures, and partnerships.
- Own the end‑to‑end deal process for assigned transactions, including sourcing, diligence, valuation, negotiation, and closing.
- Build comprehensive financial models and valuation analyses to assess deal economics, synergies, and strategic fit.
- Manage cross‑functional deal teams including finance, legal, HR, operations, and business unit leaders throughout the transaction lifecycle.
- Develop presentation materials for the corporate development leadership team and executive stakeholders.
- Conduct market and competitive analysis to identify potential targets and assess strategic opportunities.
- Manage relationships with investment banks, advisors, and counterparties throughout the deal process.
- Support post‑merger integration workstreams in partnership with the Integration office and business leaders to ensure successful value capture.
- Mentor and develop junior corporate development team members, providing guidance on deal execution and analytical approaches.
- Support the VP of Corporate Development in refining our deal pipeline and transaction prioritization.
- Contribute to the evolution of corporate development processes, tools, and best practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
- 8‑12 years of progressive experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or management consulting.
- Strong track record of leading and closing multiple M&A transactions or strategic investments, with demonstrated success managing significant deals.
- Expert‑level financial modeling and valuation skills across multiple methodologies (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions).
- Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging senior executives and articulating complex strategic concepts.
- Strong business judgment with ability to balance strategic considerations with financial analysis.
- Experience managing and mentoring junior team members.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive deals forward with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional analytical abilities with rigorous attention to detail.
- Skilled at managing multiple concurrent workstreams under tight deadlines.
- MBA strongly preferred.
- Experience with post‑merger integration is highly valued.
- Industry‑specific experience in industrials/defense is a plus.
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent analytical, time management and organizational skills.
- Strong computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Works well with little or no supervision and exercises independent judgement on a regular basis.
- Strong ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.
Physical Demands
- Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc. Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.
- May require travel to sites/program and special functions.
Environmental Conditions Critical To Performance
- Work is in an office environment, climate controlled through central air conditioning/heating.
- May have some exposure to outside environment while traveling.
Special Requirements
- U.S. Citizen required.
- Must be able to travel within the continental U.S. and internationally when required.
- Must live in a commutable distance to one of our locations.
Security Clearance Level
No Clearance.
Salary Range
$183,501 - $259,875.
ITAR Requirement
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and the EAR, or be eligible for an export license. A U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee is required.
Benefits
AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.
EEO Statement
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status.
Citizenship Requirement
U.S. Citizen required.
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