Account Executive, US Space Force, AWS National Security (NatSec)

Application deadline: Apr 3, 2026

Are you passionate about enabling national security missions through the power of cloud computing? Do you thrive at the intersection of technology and some of the nation's most critical defense and space operations? The AWS National Security (NatSec) team is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Account Executive to join our US Space Force (USSF) team.

In this role, you will serve as the primary sales relationship owner for a portfolio of US Space Force customers, driving cloud adoption across key Space Force organizations including Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Delta units, USSPACECOM, and other USSF mission partners. You will work closely with a dedicated team of Solutions Architects, Customer Solutions Managers, and Enterprise Support professionals to ensure the Space Force realizes the full mission value of AWS cloud investments.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess an active Top Secret security clearance. The position further requires that, after start, the selected candidate obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph and satisfy other security related requirements.

Key job responsibilities
As a trusted advisor and strategic partner, you will be responsible for
- Understanding customer mission requirements
- Identifying applicable AWS services and solutions, and developing account strategies that accelerate cloud adoption and mission outcomes
- You will engage at the executive level — from program managers to senior military leadership — to build long-term relationships and drive revenue growth across your assigned territory

About the team
Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies, and the most critical national security missions, trust our robust suite of products and services.

Diverse Experiences – AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job below, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

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Basic Qualifications

- 5+ years of technology related sales, business development or equivalent experience
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience
- Experience working with U.S. federal government or Department of Defense (DoD) customers
- Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret or above

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience selling cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) to national security or intelligence community customers.
- Familiarity with U.S. Space Force organizations (e.g., Space Systems Command, Space Delta units, USSPACECOM)
- Experience engaging with senior military or civilian government leadership (O-6/GS-15 and above)
- Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, including FAR/DFARS, OTAs, and contract vehicles (e.g., JWCC, C2E)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputatio