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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Overview

Open roles39
Top employerMontgomery Public Schools
Top cityHuntsville, AL
Cities hiring13
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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S3, Inc.
Sr Program Manager
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S3, Inc.
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Sr Program Manager
S3, Inc.
Huntsville, Alabama
Business Development
Product Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business
201-500

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Leidos
Principal Systems Engineer / Technical Program Manager
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Principal Systems Engineer / Technical Program Manager
Leidos
Huntsville, Alabama
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$131k - $237k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Auburn University
Program Manager of Defense & National Security
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Auburn University
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Program Manager of Defense & National Security
Auburn University
Huntsville, Alabama
Partnerships & Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
$98k - $242k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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BIRDON
WCC Program Manager
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WCC Program Manager
BIRDON
Bayou La Batre, Alabama
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business
51-200

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CVS Health
Senior Manager, Project Program Management (IC)
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CVS Health
Added 3d ago
Senior Manager, Project Program Management (IC)
CVS Health
Montgomery, Alabama
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$68k - $199k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Program Manager Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Huntsville
15 jobs
Birmingham
4 jobs
Bessemer
3 jobs
Montgomery
3 jobs
Athens
2 jobs
Marion
2 jobs
Cullman
2 jobs
Phenix City
2 jobs
Pike Road
1 job

Program Manager Job Market in Alabama

A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Montgomery Public Schools
Montgomery Public Schools7 open roles
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin4 open roles
DEPLOY
DEPLOY2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

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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