Investment Banking Associate (Aerospace, Defense & Government)

Dartmouth Partners; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking an Associate to join their Aerospace, Defense & Government Services team in Washington, D.C. The role involves leading M&A transactions, supporting origination efforts, and managing junior members. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of experience in investment banking and strong analytical skills. US citizenship is preferred due to client requirements in the defense sector. This is a full-time position.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in investment banking or related advisory roles.
• Strong technical skills with M&A transactions.
• Excellent analytical and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of M&A and financing transactions.
• Support origination efforts through pitch materials.
• Engage with clients and senior leadership during deals.
• Manage and mentor junior team members.

Skills

M&A execution

Financial modelling

Client management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Investment Banking Associate (Aerospace, Defense & Government)

We are supporting an international middle‑market investment bank on a search for an Associate to join their Aerospace, Defense & Government Services team in Washington, D.C. The group is recognized for advising leading corporates, private equity firms, and government‑related entities on strategic M&A and financing transactions across the sector.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to join a dynamic and growing team with a strong reputation in the middle market. The successful candidate will work directly alongside senior bankers on complex, high‑profile mandates, benefiting from both global resources and a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day execution of live M&A and financing transactions, including valuation, modelling, due diligence, and client presentations.
• Support origination efforts through preparation of pitch materials, market analysis, and sector insights.
• Engage directly with clients and senior leadership throughout deal processes.
• Manage and mentor junior team members to ensure high‑quality output across all workstreams.

Candidate Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or related advisory roles.
• Strong technical skills and proven experience executing M&A transactions.
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, or government services is highly advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management abilities.
• US citizenship preferred due to client and project requirements within the defense sector.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Finance and Analyst