Materials Program Manager, KGS

Amazon is hiring a Materials Program Manager, KGS. It pays $116k-$160k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

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Manage end-to-end government procurement and supply chain execution for satellite communication and defense programs.

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Amazon Leo for Government (ALG) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Operational Program Manager to lead the integration, execution, and delivery of U.S. Government and Department of Defense (DoD) procurement programs for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite systems, ground gateways, and ALG uniquely developed products. This role sits at the critical intersection of government sales requirements, supply chain procurement, contract execution, and invoicing ensuring that complex federal acquisition programs move forward with regulatory compliance, operational precision, and accountability.
In this role, you will serve as the central point of coordination between ALG government sales teams (Leo for Government), engineering, supply chain and procurement operations, contracts and compliance, mission assurance, and finance translating unique U.S. Government and DoD satellite communication requirements into executable procurement orders, compliant contract actions, and accurate invoicing workflows. You will be responsible for the detailed analysis and execution of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements, including supply chain risk management provisions under DFARS Part 252.
The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, possesses deep knowledge of federal procurement regulations, and has a proven ability to influence and align diverse stakeholders — from engineering and sourcing teams to government contracting officers — without direct authority. You will own the end-to-end operational program lifecycle for government procurement actions, from requirements integration through contract execution, order fulfillment, and financial close-out.

Key job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Requirements Integration & Program Strategy
• Integrate and translate requirements from Leo for Government sales teams into actionable procurement plans, ensuring alignment with U.S. Government and DoD contract terms, specifications, and delivery schedules
• Conduct detailed analysis of FAR and DFARS requirements applicable to each procurement action, including but not limited to DFARS Part 252 clauses related to supply chain risk management, cybersecurity (CMMC), counterfeit parts prevention, and Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliance
• Define program vision, scope, objectives, success criteria, and key milestones for government procurement programs in partnership with ALG leadership, contracts & compliance, and mission assurance teams
• Develop comprehensive procurement execution plans including timelines, resource requirements, supplier dependencies, regulatory compliance checkpoints, and risk assessments
• Translate government contract requirements (e.g., CDRLs, SOWs, CLINs) into internal procurement roadmaps with clear ownership and accountability
Procurement Execution & Order Management
• Drive day-to-day execution of procurement orders for LEO satellite systems, sub-systems, ground gateway components, customer terminals, and ALG uniquely developed products
• Coordinate with sourcing leads, engineers, supply chain operations, and third-party suppliers to ensure timely and compliant fulfillment of government orders
• Manage procurement workflows for both commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) items and government-specific configurations requiring anti-tampering, GPS tracking, RFID tagging, secure storage, and supply chain risk management protocols at WAS19
• Oversee Third Party Supplier Assessments (TPSAs) by ensuring engineers and sourcing leads provide required inputs and that assessments meet DFARS supply chain security requirements
• Manage complex interdependencies across procurement actions, engineering milestones, test venue requirements (e.g., Flatsat/HITL), and government delivery schedules

Security Clearance: This position requires that the selected candidate be a US Citizen and must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.

About the team
This Operational Program Manager will be the rocket fuel behind Amazon Leo's ability to win and deliver on DoD satellite communication contracts transforming complex government procurement requirements into compliant, executable actions with speed and precision that collapse cycle times from sales commitment to fulfilled delivery. As the critical bridge between Leo engineering teams and procurement execution, this role is the linchpin that builds DoD customer confidence in Leo's mission readiness, ironclad regulatory compliance, and proven ability to put operationally capable Low Earth Orbiting satellite systems, ground gateways, and customer terminals in the warfighter's hands on schedule and within contract terms.

Basic qualifications

- 5+ years of program or project management experience
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
- U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear, concise executive-level narratives and compliance documentation

Preferred qualifications

- 2+ years of driving process improvements experience
- Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field
- Knowledge of general AI tools
- Experience designing, implementing, and scaling upskilling, apprenticeship, or workforce development programs across large-scale operations or corporate environments, including forecasting workforce needs and leveraging analytics to drive program decisions
- Current, active TS/SCI US Government Security Clearance
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or 2+ years of leading training, technical instruction, or maintenance operations programs at a regional or multi-site level experience

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 reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). 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.

USA, CA, NORTHRIDGE - 115,600.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

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Key facts

Materials Program Manager, KGS is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $116k-$160k a year.
The role is based in US, CA, Northridge.
The job was posted on October 20, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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