Defense Sector Private Equity Associate/Vice President

Crow Holdings is a diversified investment firm with a core focus on real estate, energy and defense. Founded in 1948 in Dallas, the company’s flagship real estate activities include development, investment management and long-term ownership. Over the past several years the firm has built out traditional and renewable energy platforms including operational capabilities in the E&P sector and community solar and battery deployment. Most recently, the company has initiated activities as an investor in the growing defense sector and is seeking to expand these efforts. Crow Holdings’ approach to defense investing reflects a preference for essential infrastructure, services and “pick and shovel” capabilities that support reindustrialization, national security and defense readiness, rather than highly speculative or unproven technologies. Early efforts have emphasized disciplined entry points into the ecosystem through fund investments in a number of venture capital and private equity funds, allowing Crow Holdings to build sector knowledge, develop trusted partnerships and refine its investment theses. Given the company’s historical relationship set with government and military professionals, its geographic footprint and campus location and longstanding commitment to civic engagement, Crow Holdings is poised to become a major player in the defense sector.

Position Summary

Crow Holdings seeks a seasoned private investment professional with a proven track record in developing industry expertise, establishing relationships, securing opportunities, building processes from scratch and underwriting and executing on defense industry investments. This role is critical for driving both the strategic and operational aspects of Crow Holdings’ investment activity and will be an integral, high-visibility contributor to the buildout of our new defense vertical. The role will be based in Dallas, TX.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio aligned with strategic industry considerations, reflecting our firm’s broader reach, access and market position


• Focus on direct investing with activities based on the deployment of firm capital, as opposed to a fund management model


• Initially invest in direct minority and influence investments, developing relevant focus and expertise that will serve as a strong foundation as sector investments scale over time


• Primary focus on mid and lower middle market opportunities


• Collaborate extensively to build and enhance the firm’s presence within the defense industry landscape


• Utilize a patient approach to develop the platform over time

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field required


• 5-10 years of relevant investment experience


• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships within the investment community


• Patient and deliberate decision-maker


• Collaborative and team-oriented


• Driven to build an important business activity for the firm


• Engaged in the broader Dallas business and civic community while maintaining national insights and connectivity


• Ability to cultivate trust and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders; effectively represent the culture, interests and priorities of the firm


• Excellent communicator with ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion


• Represent the company with highest level of integrity; professional and diplomatic in all actions


• Demonstrate continuous curiosity, engagement, enthusiasm and commitment to excellence


• Domestic and international travel may be required

Interested candidates must apply directly through the application link. For any questions regarding the role, please contact Jenn Cook at [email protected].