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 roles108+
Top employerUniversity of Alabama, Birmingham
Top cityHuntsville, AL
Cities hiring23
Work type49% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Program Integration Manager (PIMgr)
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Program Integration Manager (PIMgr)
4M Research, Inc.
Huntsville, Alabama
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Program Management
ITIL Certification

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Trident Maritime Systems
Program Manager - Gulf Shores, AL
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Program Manager - Gulf Shores, AL
Trident Maritime Systems
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Accounting
Business Operations
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA)
Contract Program Security Manager
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Contract Program Security Manager
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA)
Huntsville, Alabama
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Gulf Regional Early Childhood Services, Inc.
Child Nutrition Program Manager
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Child Nutrition Program Manager
Gulf Regional Early Childhood Services, Inc.
Mobile, Alabama
Data Analytics
Project Management
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Program Manager IV (Aerospace)
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Program Manager IV (Aerospace)
Voyager Technologies, Inc.
Huntsville, Alabama
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Program Manager Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Huntsville
49 jobs
Birmingham
19 jobs
Montgomery
7 jobs
Mobile
5 jobs
Homewood
2 jobs
Tuskegee
2 jobs
Enterprise
2 jobs
Tuscaloosa
2 jobs
Phenix City
2 jobs

Program Manager Job Market in Alabama

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

Who's Hiring

  • University of Alabama, Birmingham
    University of Alabama, Birmingham10
  • Invariant Corporation
    Invariant Corporation4
  • Leidos
    Leidos3
  • Sanmina
    Sanmina3
  • Technology Service Corporation
    Technology Service Corporation3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education10
  • Healthcare & Medical Services10
  • Electronics & Hardware3
  • Construction & Real Estate3
  • Staffing & Recruiting2

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 University of Alabama, Birmingham, Invariant Corporation, and Leidos and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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 Montgomery 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 51% of program manager openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of July 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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