Caroline Bivens, Aviation & Missile Solutions Top 40 Under 40

Caroline Bivens is the Corporate Controller at Aviation & Missile Solutions (AMS). Prior to joining AMS, Caroline worked at Dynetics for over 7 years where she held various roles such as Sr. Operational Accounting Manager and Sr. Financial Reporting Manager, where she was responsible for financial reporting for a $1B portfolio with six ledgers across multiple entities. She is an active member of the Women’s Economic Development Council (WEDC) and served as the Chair of their Marketing and Communications Committee in 2021. Caroline is a graduate of the Leadership Huntsville Connect program, a previous participant of Dynetics Young Professionals, and a previous member of the advisory council for Elevate, a global business plan competition for undergraduate and graduate students. She holds her MBA from the University of North Alabama and her BS in Accounting from Lee University, where she has since served as an adjunct professor in their School of Business.

In addition to her professional responsibilities, Caroline is passionate about giving back to her community. She has been an active volunteer with many organizations and has provided mentorship to college business students interested in joining the space and defense industry after college. Caroline is dedicated to helping build a strong and vibrant community in Huntsville and is proud to be a part of the city’s growth.

In her free time, Caroline enjoys traveling, exploring new hiking trails, and trying new recipes in the kitchen. She has been part of the Huntsville, AL community for 30 years and currently resides here with her husband Nathan.

What is your career goal, and how does HSV fit into that picture?

When I was 20, I dreamed of becoming a Controller and running an accounting group. Now that I’m there, my new goal is to become a CFO, leading a team of dedicated individuals who want to make an impact in the defense industry and on those around them. At each new stage of my career, I plan to revisit and readjust my goals; I hope that with each step, I set my sights higher. Considering my skill set is tailored to government contracting, Huntsville will always play a significant part in my career goals.

What is the best place in town to hang out in your free time?

I would have to pick Stovehouse.

What is your favorite thing to do in Huntsville on the weekends?

Go on a hike at Monte Sano State Park and Nature Preserve.