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Corporate Development Manager

Epirus · Torrance, California, United States · On-site

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About Epirus

Epirus combines the latest in directed energy, long-pulse high-power microwaves (HPM), AI, and advanced electronics for unmatched electronic warfare effects. The Leonidas family of HPM systems by Epirus are the most effective non-kinetic cUAS and counter...

About the role

We are seeking a highly driven Corporate Development Manager to help shape the strategic growth of Epirus. This role offers significant autonomy and requires someone who can independently identify opportunities, interpret market and competitive dynamics, and perform initial M&A and partnership evaluation and recommendations. The ideal candidate combines transaction acumen with strong industry awareness and the ability to translate insights into actionable corporate strategies.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, business, economics, engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree or 3+ years of experience with a master’s degree in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, strategy, or equivalent roles
  • Strong financial modeling and valuation capabilities, with the ability to articulate business value drivers and strategic rationale
  • Ability to evaluate complex opportunities, synthesize market and competitive signals, and develop data‑driven strategic recommendations
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable reports, presentations, and recommendations
  • Proactive and self-directed, with the ability to excel in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
More about this role

Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less .

We are seeking a highly driven Corporate Development Manager to help shape the strategic growth of Epirus. This role offers significant autonomy and requires someone who can independently identify opportunities, interpret market and competitive dynamics, and perform initial M&A and partnership evaluation and recommendations. The ideal candidate combines transaction acumen with strong industry awareness and the ability to translate insights into actionable corporate strategies. You will partner closely with the Chief Strategy Officer and collaborate across the Strategy & Markets organization to help accelerate Epirus’ long-term growth.

Corporate Development (Core)

  • Lead early-stage M&A sourcing, screening, and strategic evaluation across defense technology and suppliers
  • Develop business cases, valuation analyses, and financial models that integrate strategic rationale,...

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