Application deadline: Jun 3, 2026
AWS Aerospace and Satellite team is looking for an experienced Account Manager with the experience and reputation for overachieving quota while focusing on the customer. They should also be a self-starter who is prepared to develop and execute against a territory coverage plan and consistently deliver on revenue targets. The ideal candidate will possess both a sales and technical background that enables them to drive an engagement at the CXO level as well as with software developers and IT leaders.
The Sr. Account Manager will be an exceptionally strong and creative thinker who thrives in a team environment and embraces all aspects of selling.
They must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have very strong verbal and written communication skills.
Key job responsibilities
A self-starter to proactively pick up and progress the full sales cycle from initial inquiry to closure. We are looking for a team player who will focus on increasing awareness and adoption of AWS by directly engaging with space and satellite customers who are reinventing their space missions and business operations through cloud adoption.
• Meet or exceed revenue targets
• Develop and execute against comprehensive account and territory plans
• Coordinate activities of the extended team in support of account / territory plans
• Create & articulate compelling value propositions around AWS services
• Accelerate customer adoption
• Maintain a robust sales pipeline and execute operational aspects of account management
• Work with partners to extend reach & drive adoption
• Manage contract negotiations
• Develop long-term strategic relationships with key accounts
• Ensure customer satisfaction
About the team
AWS Aerospace & Satellite (A&S) helps commercial and government customers build satellites, conduct space and launch operations, and re-imagine space exploration. Our reliable global infrastructure and portfolio of cloud services, positions AWS to equip customers in the private and public sector to redefine how their organizations transform the space market. The AWS Cloud is providing services to help customers accelerate their space missions, remove barriers to innovation on Earth, and inspire future generations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of direct sales or business development in software, cloud or SaaS markets selling to C-level executives experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience developing detailed go to market plans
- Experience with government procurement and contracting process
- Space industry knowledge or experience preferred but not required
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and sales incentives. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
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USA, TX, Austin - 142,800.00 - 193,200.00 USD annually
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