Manager of Corporate Development, Skylo
$129-177k
+ Stock option based equity program. Salary dependent on location
Satellite-based device connectivity
Open for applications
Satellite-based device connectivity
21-100 employees
Open for applications
$129-177k
+ Stock option based equity program. Salary dependent on location
21-100 employees
Company mission
To be the most efficient way to connect anything, anywhere.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate has corporate development or transaction experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- 4+ of progressive experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or a similar strategic role
- Minimum of 2+ years directly involved in M&A transaction execution (from sourcing to close) within a corporate development function
- Demonstrated experience in the satellite, aerospace, defense, or deep tech sectors is highly preferred. Candidates with a strong understanding of complex hardware/software systems and long development cycles will be prioritized
- Experience at a high-growth startup is a significant plus
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
- MBA from a top-tier institution is highly preferred
- Exceptional financial modeling and valuation skills with a strong understanding of accounting principles
- Proven ability to lead complex transactions and manage cross-functional teams
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical capabilities, with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build rapport at all levels
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Self-starter with a proactive attitude and a strong sense of ownership
- Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced, evolving environment
What the job involves
- The Manager, Corporate Development will support the identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic opportunities to accelerate Skylo’s growth
- This role will assist in deal sourcing, due diligence, financial analysis, and integration planning, while contributing to strategic initiatives across M&A, partnerships, and investments
- Design, build, and manage complex three-statement financial models for target companies, including projections, synergy analysis, and sensitivity testing
- Develop robust valuation analyses, including Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), comparable company analysis (public and private), and precedent transaction analysis
- Perform accretion/dilution analysis and other financial impact assessments for proposed transactions
- Work closely with Finance/Accounting teams to validate assumptions and integrate target financials post-close
- Lead the execution of financial, commercial, and operational due diligence efforts, coordinating requests and tracking information flow with internal teams and external advisors (bankers, legal counsel, consultants)
- Structure and prepare detailed transaction presentations, investment memoranda, and summaries for executive review and Board approval
- Support the negotiation process by creating supporting schedules and scenario analyses
- Manage the deal data room and oversee the due diligence calendar
- Conduct in-depth market research on potential M&A targets, competitors, and industry trends within the New Space/satellite sector
- Assist in the initial screening and evaluation of potential targets and strategic partners, developing initial strategic rationale
- Prepare competitive landscaping reports and identify white space opportunities for inorganic growth
- Contribute to the initial stages of integration planning, providing financial data and analysis to help teams align on synergy targets and operational metrics
Our take
Skylo connects Internet of Things (IoT) devices to satellite networks using the cellular-based Narrowband IoT protocol. It is considered one of the world’s most affordable and ubiquitous networks that connects any machine or sensor.
The company stands out for being the first to leverage the aforementioned protocol, which allows its customers to instantaneously connect billions of devices in remote areas, without having to wait for any new satellites to launch. Having tested its technology with government and enterprise clients, the company then invested funding into scaling service in emerging markets, starting with India and Southeast Asia.
More recently, Skylo has focussed on forming partnerships, such as with IoT firm FocusPoint and telecommunications equipment company Anritsu Corporation, through which it has helped delivered IoT monitoring and emergency escalation services and enhanced Non-Terrestrial Network device testing. It has also launched SMS texting capabilities on its live satellite network, with plans to roll out two-way voice calls and images in the near future.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Feb 2025
$30m
LATE VC
Feb 2024
$37m
LATE VC
Total funding: $183m
Company HQ
Mountain View, CA
Leadership
Andrew Kalman
(Hub Architect)Previously co-founded and served as Director of R&D for Euphonix. Founded Pumpkin, serving as President and CTO.
Andrew Nuttall
(CTO)Received a Doctor of Philosophy in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University.
Parthsarathi Trivedi
(CEO)Previously acted as a Graduate Research Assistant at MIT's Laboratory for Aviation and the Environment.
Tarun Gupta
(CPO)Previously acted as Head of Strategy and Operations for Google, President for Parallel Infrastructure, and as Chief Architect for FiberTower.
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