Director, Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions

Director Of Strategy And M&A

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD), we've been innovating for nearly 200 years, delivering mission-critical technologies that protect lives and advance exploration. As we prepare to double in size over the next 35 years, we're investing in our people and culture to support this transformation.

We're seeking a dynamic Director of Strategy and M&A who will partner with the General Manager, President and leadership team to drive enterprise-wide strategic planning, shape our product portfolio, and lead all aspects of mergers and acquisitions. This is a high-impact role, directly influencing the future of a rapidly growing $800M aerospace and defense business with significant acquisition capacity.

EBAD's business provides critical systems that are vital to our national defense and the exploration of space. With rapid growth and a long-term mindset, EBAD is creating this newly established role to strengthen its strategic capabilities and accelerate both organic and inorganic growth.

The Director of Strategy and M&A will serve as a strategic advisor to the Business Unit President and senior leadership, driving disciplined strategy formulation and execution. This role leads the end-to-end M&A strategy, from identifying high-impact growth opportunities to structuring complex transactions and orchestrating seamless post-merger integration. Success in this position requires exceptional strategic ability, financial acumen, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader to shape the portfolio, build sustainable growth, and directly impact the trajectory of a rapidly growing company with strong investment capacity.

Core competencies for success include : strategic thinking, M&A expertise, financial acumen, collaborative influence, executive presence & communication, continuous improvement mindset, and results orientation.

The candidate we are looking for has a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business; MBA preferred. They should have 10+ years of relevant experience in M&A, FP&A, investment banking or strategic consulting. Proven experience driving corporate strategy in a complex engineering or manufacturing environment; aerospace & defense strongly preferred is required. They should also demonstrate a track record of leading successful M&A transactions end-to-end, including sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, negotiations, and post-close integration.

A defining leadership opportunity includes joining a legacy-rich aerospace and defense organization poised for its next chapter of growth, shaping enterprise-wide strategy and leading M&A execution, working directly with senior leadership, and thriving in a culture of excellence.

Ready to make a difference? If you're a strategic M&A leader looking to make a meaningful impact, this is your moment to work with a legacy-rich aerospace and defense organization poised for its next chapter of growth and this role is at the center of it. As Director of Strategy and M&A, you'll shape the future of the business, lead transformative deals, and work directly with senior leadership to drive long-term value. If you're ready to elevate your career, we invite you to explore this opportunity and make your mark with us.

Compensation and rewards include a competitive executive package that includes base salary, executive relocation, and additional enhancements.