Manager of Corporate Development

Ducommun Incorporated; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducommun Incorporated in Costa Mesa, CA seeks a Manager of Corporate Development to support the Director in evaluating and executing mergers and acquisitions across the full lifecycle, including target identification, valuation, due diligence, and closing.

You will build financial models, identify synergies, coordinate cross-functional teams, prepare materials for senior leadership and the Board, and help with integration planning and strategic planning to drive growth and portfolio optimization.

Qualifications

• Strong financial acumen with advanced analytical and modeling capabilities.
• Experience supporting multiple due diligence workstreams across transactions.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for senior executives.
• MBA or advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day execution of corporate development workstreams through the M&A lifecycle.
• Identify acquisition targets, maintain target lists, and participate in industry events.
• Build valuation models including DCF, LBO, and merger analyses.
• Draft presentations for senior management and the Board.
• Support integration planning and tracking of synergies.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Due diligence

Project management

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

FactSet

Job description

Manager of Corporate Development

The Manager ofCorporate Development supports the Director of Corporate Development in evaluatingand executing mergers and acquisitions across the full transaction lifecycle,including target identification, valuation, due diligence, and closing. Theposition partners cross-functionally to assess strategic fit, risks, and valuecreation opportunities, while preparing analyses and presentations for seniorleadership. It also contributes to post-acquisition integration efforts toensure alignment with business objectives and synergy realization. Additionally,the role supports strategic planning activities by evaluating market trends,portfolio performance, and growth opportunities.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Job Summary

• Manage the day-to-day execution of corporate development workstreams, from target identification through M&A transaction closing, under the direction of the Director of Corporate Development.
• Conduct market, industry, and competitor research; develop and maintain acquisition target lists; coordinate internal discussions; and participate in trade shows and industry events to identify potential acquisition candidates.
• Participate in meetings with potential acquisition targets, document key findings, and conduct follow-up analysis regarding strategic fit and transaction considerations.
• Build financial valuation models including discounted cash flows, leveraged buyout and merger models and accretion/dilution analysis.
• Identify and quantify key risks, opportunities, and synergies.
• Coordinate cross-functional due diligence workstreams involving internal resources and external advisors, including managing requests, timelines, deliverables, and issue tracking.
• Maintain diligence trackers, synthesize findings, elevate material issues, and assist the Director and functional leaders in developing resolution plans.
• Draft presentations on potential transactions for senior management and for the Board of Directors to facilitate decision making.
• Support the Director, CFO, legal, and cross-functional teams in the preparation and negotiation of indications of interest, letters of intent, purchase agreements, and related transaction documents.
• Support acquisition integration planning and execution, including development of integration plans, coordination of functional workstreams, tracking of key milestones, and monitoring of synergy and value-creation initiatives.
• Serve as the day-to-day Integration Management Office coordinator for selected transactions, as assigned by the Director.
• Support the periodic strategic planning process and help in formulation of the company’s long-term objectives and plans. This includes review of the portfolio to assess and identify strategic growth areas and initiatives (both organic and through acquisition), including evaluating new and adjacent markets.
• Manage or support ad hoc strategy projects that may be identified by the management or on direction of the Board based on prevailing trends in the industry that either have an impact on the business or present an opportunity.
• Responsible for protecting and maintaining all Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) appropriately to prevent unauthorized access, dissemination, or use of this information, documentation, or products; including authorized and proper use of such information in regard to marking, storing, transmitting, and destruction of data.
• Support all visitors and security policies to protect ITAR/EAR/CMMC/CUI information, documents, products, etc. from unauthorized access by informing management immediately of any concerns.
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in employee’s work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and acceptable attendance is an essentialfunction of this job.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong financial acumen with advanced analytical andmodeling capabilities
• Strong understanding of transaction valuation, dealstructures, transaction returns, and key acquisition agreement concepts
• Experience supporting financial, operational,commercial, legal, and other due diligence workstreams
• Project management skills with the ability tocoordinate multiple cross-functional workstreams and deadlines
• Ability to synthesize complex information, identifykey issues, and develop clear, decision-oriented recommendations
• Strategic thinking with the ability to evaluate growthopportunities and business impact
• Strong written and verbal communication skills,including experience preparing materials for senior executives
• Ability to build effective working relationships withbusiness leaders, functional teams, external advisors, and acquisitiontargets
• High attention to detail and the ability to maintainaccuracy under tight deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced,confidential environment
• Self-starter capable of working independently whileseeking appropriate guidance and escalating material issues

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relatedfield required; MBA preferred
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in investmentbanking, corporate development, transaction advisory, private equity,strategy consulting, or a related field
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions throughmultiple phases of the transaction lifecycle
• Demonstrated experience developing detailed financialforecasts, valuation models, transaction returns analyses, and executivepresentations
• Experience coordinating due diligence workstreams andworking with cross-functional teams and external advisors
• Experience in aerospace and defense, industrialmanufacturing, or another relevant industry is a plus but not required
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint,and financial tools like FactSet

Base Compensation: USD 180,000.00 - 230,000.00 PaidSalaried

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeterans/Disabled

600 Anton Blvd, Suite 1100
Costa Mesa, California, 92626
United States