Corporate Development Director
- Countries
- USA
- Job Types
- leadership & management, operations
- Experience
- managers
- Organization Types
- aerospace, transportation & mobility
- Location
- San Jose
- Posted Date
- Company
- Archer Aviation
- Salary
- $235,000.0 - $285,000.0 annually
AI Summary
Job Description
Drive Archer's merger and acquisition efforts, including thesis formation, target sourcing, diligence, valuation, and transaction execution. Operate across business lines to identify, evaluate, and execute transactions that shape the company's long-term direction. This role involves building the M&A target pipeline, conducting market research, developing financial models, and managing the transaction due diligence process.
Hard Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, strategy consulting, or related industries
- Direct exposure to live M&A or strategic transaction processes
- Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
- Demonstrated ability to run a structured diligence process
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- High ownership mentality and comfort operating in ambiguity
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, engineering, or a related field
Soft Requirements
- Interest in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or other hardware / deep-tech industries
- Fluency with market intelligence tools such as PitchBook, Capital IQ, or AlphaSense