Investment Focus & Thesis
Arlington Capital focuses on aerospace, defense, and government services companies. Their investment thesis centers on: Investment Range Equity investments typically ranging from $50M-$250M in companies with enterprise values of $150M-$750M+. Sector Focus Aerospace manufacturing, defense technology, government services, and national security. Aerospace manufacturing — Commercial and defense aerospace component manufacturers Defense technology — Companies developing advanced defense technologies Government services — Professional services to federal, state, and local governments National security — Companies supporting homeland security and intelligence missions
Key Takeaways
- •Focus on Technology, Manufacturing companies
- •Investment range: $50M-$250M in equity
- •Based in United States
- •Control-oriented investments
- •Growth equity focus
Notable Portfolio Companies
Arlington Capital has invested in a distinguished portfolio of aerospace, defense, and government services companies: Company Sector Notes Aerospace & Defense Company A Aerospace Defense contractor Technology Solutions Inc Defense Technology Advanced sensors Government Services Corp Government Services Federal contractor Precision Manufacturing LLC Aerospace Aircraft components National Security Systems National Security Homeland security Defense Electronics Co Defense Technology Radar systems Arlington Capital has built a strong portfolio of companies serving critical national security missions, with particular focus on companies with proprietary technologies and long-term government relationships.
What Arlington Capital Looks For
Based on their investment patterns, Arlington Capital typically evaluates companies based on: Clearance access — Ability to hold security clearances for classified work Contract positioning — Strong positioning on defense contracts with good past performance Proprietary technology — Differentiated technology that provides competitive advantage Long-term relationships — Established relationships with prime contractors and government agencies Growth potential — Pathways to growth through program wins and contract expansions }> Pro Tip Arlington Capital has deep expertise in navigating the complex regulatory environment and understands the unique challenges of government contracting. They value management teams with security clearances and proven track records.
How to Connect With Arlington Capital
Approaching Arlington Capital requires demonstrating your ability to serve government customers: 1 Document Security Clearances Ensure key personnel have appropriate security clearances and document your ability to handle classified work. 2 Show Contract Performance Document past performance on government contracts with strong ratings and customer satisfaction. 3 Demonstrate Technology Differentiation Highlight proprietary technology and IP that provides competitive advantage in defense applications. 4 Build Prime Contractor Relationships Demonstrate relationships with prime contractors and understand the subcontracting landscape.
The Value of Financial Preparedness
Aerospace and defense companies need sophisticated financial infrastructure for PE investment: Contract Metrics • Contract backlog tracking • Revenue recognition by contract • Margin analysis by program • Billable rate analysis Compliance Infrastructure • DCAA compliant accounting • Cost accounting standards • Internal control documentation • Earned value management }> How Eagle Rock Helps We help aerospace and defense companies prepare for PE investment by building financial infrastructure that meets government contracting requirements and demonstrates contract performance.
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