Godspeed Capital Management LP‘s SAS, the private equity firm’s recently launched space engineering, defense and communications technology services platform, has acquired Quintron Systems.
Founded in 1970, and based in Santa Maria, Calif., Quintron provides communications technology services tailored for the space and defense markets. The transaction marks the second addition to the SAS platform, following its recent acquisition of Willbrook, and reinforces SAS’ position in the space and defense markets, adding capabilities in communications systems technology for NASA, defense and commercial space clients.
“Quintron’s strong reputation for innovation and customer satisfaction complements our values and enhances SAS’ capabilities in critical secure communications technology, enabling us to offer an even wider range of solutions to our clients in the space and defense markets,” comments Heather Bulk, CEO of SAS.
Latham & Watkins LLP served as legal adviser to Godspeed Capital. The McLean Group LLC served as financial advisor to Quintron.