Strategic Growth & M&A Director

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD); Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) seeks a Director of Strategy and M&A to partner with senior leadership in shaping enterprise strategy and accelerating growth. In this newly created role, you will lead strategic planning and M&A activities, guiding the future of a rapidly growing $800M aerospace and defense business.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and over 10 years of experience in M&A or corporate strategy, and possess exceptional strategic thinking and financial acumen. EBAD offers a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in M&A, corporate strategy, investment banking, FP&A, or strategic consulting.
• Proven success leading end-to-end M&A transactions.
• Experience driving strategy within complex engineering or aerospace environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and M&A activities from growth opportunity identification to integration.
• Shape enterprise-wide strategy and determine company's future growth.
• Work directly with senior leadership to drive long-term value.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

M&A Expertise

Financial Acumen

Collaborative Influence

Executive Presence & Communication

Results Orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA preferred

Job description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) seeks a Director of Strategy and M&A to partner with senior leadership in shaping enterprise strategy and accelerating growth. In this newly created role, you will lead strategic planning and M&A activities, guiding the future of a rapidly growing $800M aerospace and defense business.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and over 10 years of experience in M&A or corporate strategy, and possess exceptional strategic thinking and financial acumen. EBAD offers a competitive compensation package.