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XTI Aerospace · 5 days ago

Director, Portfolio Value Creation & Integration

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

XTI Aerospace is a pioneering leader in xVTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions. The Portfolio Value Creation & Integration Director will serve as the primary architect of value creation across the company's expanding portfolio, leading initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and ensure effective integration of newly acquired businesses.

AerospaceAir TransportationInformation TechnologyMachinery Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead the design and execution of strategic value creation initiatives across portfolio companies, focused on growth acceleration, margin expansion, and operational improvement

Collaborate with portfolio leadership to diagnose opportunities, define priorities, and execute measurable value creation initiatives that deliver measurable EBITDA uplift

Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to management teams, bringing proven frameworks from consulting, private equity, and operating roles

Build and institutionalize playbooks for growth and transformation, enabling repeatable success across diverse subsidiaries and business models

Establish frameworks and performance metrics to track and report on value creation progress across the portfolio

Lead and support the full deal lifecycle, including:

Pre-close diligence - assess operational fit, quantify value creation levers, and identify risks

Synergy modeling - develop synergy cases and financial impact models to inform valuation and investment theses

Post close integration - drive execution through structured plans and governance

Build, maintain, and continuously evolve the Integration Playbook, ensuring integration execution across all functions from finance and HR to operations and technology

Anticipate integration challenges early, establish cross functional accountability, and drive rapid, low friction transition from transaction to value realization

Develop and implement standardized 100 day plans to accelerate synergy realization, integration progress, and reporting discipline

Build trusted relationships with senior leadership across portfolio companies and corporate functions

Operate effectively in a dynamic, high growth environment where priorities evolve rapidly

Exhibit a high level of intellectual curiosity, humility, and a roll up your sleeves approach to problem solving

Coach and develop project teams, ensuring clarity of purpose and disciplined follow through

Qualification

Management consulting experienceTransaction advisory experienceValue creation initiativesOperational improvementsAnalytical skillsStakeholder managementEmpathyCommunicationCollaborationProject leadershipProblem-solving

Required

5+ years of experience in both management consulting and transaction advisory or private equity value creation roles

5+ years of experience in high impact operating roles leading growth, acquisition integration, and / or transformation / business model evolution

Proven experience leading teams and value creation initiatives in complex, multi-entity environments

Demonstrated ability to drive operational improvements and execute growth-oriented strategies within portfolio or growth stage / lower mid-market business settings

Strong analytical, communication and strategic problem-solving skills

Ability to operate in ambiguity, develop clarity, and build structure where non exists ('sculpting the fog')

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field, MBA preferred

Preferred

A former management consultant who has transitioned into a private equity role, or a former operating profession who has transitioned to an M&A / private equity role

Brings transaction experience and understands integration dynamics but is more passionate about building value post-close

Thrives in unstructured, high accountability environments and takes initiative to shape strategy and outcomes

Balance strategic insight and operational grit, and someone as comfortable in the boardroom as they are in the field