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Federal Contractor Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Oracle DBA

Montgomery, AL

$50.25 - $68.25/hr

BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Qualifications: * 5+ years Oracle DBA experience. * Experience with SQL Server, Azure, SQL, Performance ...

Cloud Engineer

Montgomery, AL

$55.25 - $73.75/hr

BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree. * 5+ years of cloud engineering experience-supporting IL5/IL6 cloud ...

Scrum Master

Montgomery, AL

$51 - $68/hr

BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree required. * 5+ years of experience facilitating Agile teams. * Must ...

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How much do federal contractor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal contractor in Alabama is $80,103.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,433.00 and $110,363.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a federal contractor?

A federal contractor is any worker or organization that enters into a contract to provide labor, services, products, or materials to a government department or agency. Federal contractors can be individuals or companies. Federal contractors are required to follow several federal hiring and labor laws to qualify for and maintain federal contracts. These laws include equal opportunity hiring, disability employment, and safety compliance. The duties of a federal contractor vary significantly depending on the type of work they perform.

What is the difference between Federal Contractor vs Federal Employee?

AspectFederal ContractorFederal Employee
CredentialsVaries; often requires specialized skills, security clearancesRequires federal hiring process, often with competitive exams and clearances
Work EnvironmentContract-based, project-specific, often private sector settingsGovernment offices, agencies, or facilities
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate companies contracted by federal agenciesU.S. government agencies and departments
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding contract roles vs permanent positionsDifferences between government employment types

Federal Contractors work on specific projects for the government under contract, often in private sector settings, while Federal Employees are permanent staff working directly for government agencies. Both roles may require security clearances and specialized skills, but their employment terms and work environments differ significantly.

What are some common challenges faced by federal contractors when working with government agencies?

Federal contractors often encounter challenges such as navigating complex compliance requirements, meeting strict deadlines, and adapting to changes in contract scope or government regulations. Maintaining clear communication with contracting officers and ensuring timely submission of documentation are essential for success. Additionally, understanding the nuances of government procurement processes and staying updated on policy changes can help minimize potential setbacks and ensure project continuity.

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Infographic showing various Federal Contractor job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,103 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

$45.50 - $60/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Overview

Bluewater Federal is looking for a Test Automation Engineer to support the USAF at Maxwell AFB.

The Base Maintenance (BMx) Family of Systems program provides critical lifecycle support for enterprise U.S. Air Force logistics and maintenance systems that enable global mission readiness and sustainment operations.


Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and validation workflows.
  • Create automated scripts supporting regression, integration, API, and workflow testing.
  • Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and release processes.
  • Support operational readiness and deployment validation activities.
  • Analyze automated test results and support defect resolution efforts.
  • Improve testing efficiency, coverage, and repeatability.
  • Support modernization initiatives through automated quality assurance.

Qualifications
  • Must have an active Secret clearance.
  • 5+ years of test automation experience.
  • Experience with Selenium, UFT, API testing, automation scripting, CI/CD integration.

BlueWater Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Qualifications:
  • Must have an active Secret clearance.
  • 5+ years of test automation experience.
  • Experience with Selenium, UFT, API testing, automation scripting, CI/CD integration.

BlueWater Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME