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Hadrian · 7 hours ago

Corporate Development Analyst

Hadrian is a company focused on revolutionizing American manufacturing through autonomous factories. As a Corporate Development Analyst, you will be responsible for identifying and executing strategic acquisitions that align with the company's mission, working closely with senior leadership to influence the future direction of the organization.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingSupply Chain Management
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Responsibilities

Build and maintain a comprehensive database of acquisition targets across the aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing ecosystem
Conduct proactive market mapping to identify strategic opportunities aligned with our technology roadmap and growth strategy
Develop relationships with investment bankers, advisors, and industry executives to generate inbound deal flow
Track competitive M&A activity and industry trends to inform our strategic positioning
Build detailed financial models to evaluate acquisition targets, including DCF analysis, comparable company analysis, and accretion/dilution scenarios
Conduct preliminary valuation analysis and develop investment thesis memos for leadership review
Support due diligence workstreams including financial, operational, and commercial analysis
Prepare board-level materials summarizing deal rationale, risks, and financial impact
Coordinate cross-functional due diligence teams across finance, legal, product, and operations
Manage data room setup and organization, ensuring all stakeholders have access to critical information
Support negotiation processes by preparing analysis and scenario modeling as deal terms evolve
Track deal timelines and key milestones to ensure efficient execution from LOI to close
Partner with operations teams to develop Day 1 integration plans for acquired companies
Support post-close value capture initiatives and track integration progress against key metrics
Document lessons learned and contribute to the development of our M&A playbook

Qualification

Financial modelingMarket intelligenceM&A experienceExcel proficiencyAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailStrategic thinkingInterpersonal skills

Required

1-3 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, consulting, or corporate development
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field
Expert-level proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and make recommendations
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Preferred

Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing sectors
Familiarity with manufacturing operations, supply chains, or industrial automation
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with competing deadlines
Strong business judgment and strategic thinking capabilities
Self-starter mentality with a bias for action and ownership

Benefits

Company equity
401k
Discretionary vacation policy

Company

Hadrian

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Hadrian builds AI-powered automated factories that manufacture precision parts for defense, aerospace, and space industries.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$476.5M
Key Investors
Morgan Stanley
2025-07-17Series C· $110M
2025-07-17Debt Financing· $150M
2024-02-21Series B· $92M

Leadership Team

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Chris Power
Founder & CEO
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West Owens
Chief Financial Officer
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