Program Manager Jobs in Alabama
Program Manager jobs in Alabama are in steady demand, concentrated in defense contracting, aerospace, healthcare systems, and government services, with openings at every level from entry-level associate program manager to senior director of programs. Huntsville, Birmingham, and Montgomery anchor the market, where employers like Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and UAB Health System maintain deep program management pipelines. The most sought-after specialties are IT program management, defense acquisition program oversight, and healthcare operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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S3, Inc. is a rapidly diversifying business, approaching 1000 employees, founded in 1991, and headquartered in Huntsville, AL. S³, Inc. provides technical, programmatic, logistics, maintenance, and training services to space, missile and aviation, other Government agencies, Partner Nation militaries, and DoW requirements, at CONUS and OCONUS sites co-located with customer requirements. With a staff that is 80% veterans, the company operates under a ISO 9001/AS9100 certified Quality Management System.
S³’s Agile Engineering Division (AED) supports PAE/PMO technical services for offensive and defensive fires and for PAE Aviation and PMO's.
S3, Inc. has wholly owned subsidiaries that expand the customer base and increase our annual growth rate: KBFS – provides aviation pilot training, heavy lift, aircraft maintenance, and related aircraft services to government/commercial requirements IAW multiple FAA certifications and, operates an ICR Academy for Aircraft and sensor training for US and FMS customer; S3I – provides OCONUS FMS technical services, maintenance, and aviation platform training; and GLSS – provides SCA/CBA contract aviation maintenance.
S3, Inc. and its subsidiaries are recruiting to expand and augment staff for contract growth. We are proud to offer above-industry-standard benefits and encourage our team members to build fulfilling careers with our mission-focused leadership. Come work with us, and let us build something great together!
S3, Inc. has an immediate need for a Sr. Program Manager to support our on-going programs at Redstone Arsenal, AL.
There is a $10,000.00 hire-in bonus.
Description:
The Sr. Program Manager is responsible for managing government/military task orders / program(s) either directly or through subordinate task leads. Ensures that all required resources such as manpower, logistics (CONUS/OCONUS Travel), facilities and the other support requirements are available for the programs supervised.
Manages and oversees 60+ full-time employees including subordinate supervisors / Task Leads, and, manages cost, schedule, staffing, quality control, CDRL preparation and submission, subcontractor performance, and customer engagement with the COR and KO.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise the execution of programs under an ISO 9001 or AS9100D certified quality management system
- Responsible for program profit and loss
- Plan, direct and monitor budget, and serve as primary source for program information
- Business development within current customer base and/or for new customers including conducting progressive engagement and capture management for similar tasks
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in business or technical discipline; Master's Degree preferred.
- 10 years direct management experience of organizations with 60+ geographically dispersed employees.
- At least 5 years of prior Program Management experience, with P&L responsibility in a defense contracting company directly related to DoW programs.
- At least 5 years of working experience executing programs under an ISO 9001 or AS9100D certified quality management system.
- Must have working proficiency in Microsoft Project for schedule management and Microsoft Excel for budget tracking, cost analysis, and resource allocation.
- Direct experience managing DoW contracts either as military, USG, or as a defense contractor.
- Active secret or higher DoD security clearance.
- Service as an Acquisition Professional as a Project/Product Manager or Deputy PM is preferred.
- Military Aviation, Offensive / Defensive Fires, or Space Force experience at the Lieutenant Colonel or higher level is also preferred.
Systems, Studies and Simulation, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program manager jobs across Alabama.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field required
- PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred by Alabama employers
- Three or more years leading cross-functional teams and managing program budgets
- Experience with federal acquisition or defense program lifecycle in government contracting environments
- Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting and executive briefings
Program Manager Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a program manager in Alabama?
Most program manager roles in Alabama require a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field, followed by several years of project or operations experience. Alabama does not issue a state license for program managers, but earning the Project Management Professional credential through the Project Management Institute is the standard credential that Alabama employers, especially in Huntsville's defense sector and Birmingham's healthcare systems, treat as a hiring requirement or strong differentiator.
Which companies hire program managers in Alabama?
Alabama program manager roles are posted by Montgomery Public Schools, Lockheed Martin, and DEPLOY and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Huntsville's defense and aerospace concentration means federal contractors account for a large share of openings, while Birmingham's healthcare and financial services sectors round out the statewide demand.
Which Alabama cities have the most program manager jobs?
Huntsville, Birmingham, and Bessemer have the highest concentration of program manager openings in Alabama. Huntsville leads because of its dense cluster of defense contractors and federal agencies tied to Redstone Arsenal, while Birmingham draws demand from healthcare networks, financial institutions, and corporate headquarters, and Montgomery contributes through state government agencies and utilities procurement programs.
Are there remote program manager jobs in Alabama?
Yes, and more than many fields. About 33% of program manager openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based, coordination-heavy nature of the role. The functions most commonly performed remotely are stakeholder reporting, budget tracking, and vendor management, while programs tied to on-site federal contracts or manufacturing operations tend to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a program manager in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or program analyst role, which large Alabama employers like Northrop Grumman, Huntsville Hospital, and SAIC use as feeder positions into full program management. UAB and Auburn University also run leadership development programs that place early-career candidates in structured operations roles. Earning a CAPM credential from the Project Management Institute before applying signals readiness to Alabama hiring managers even without a full program management title on your resume.
Where can I find and apply to program manager jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to program manager jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current Alabama openings across defense, healthcare, technology, and government sectors. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each one.
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