Jobs at HRL Laboratories

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HRL Laboratories, a division of Raytheon Technologies, specializes in advanced research for defense, aerospace, and communications systems. With 824 positions open, the lab offers opportunities across electronics, RF technology, software, and materials science.

Candidates typically apply for systems engineering, software development, RF and microwave engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and research scientist roles. The hiring process includes technical assessments, case studies, and interviews that evaluate problem‑solving, coding proficiency, and research acumen. Successful applicants receive competitive compensation, access to cutting‑edge projects, and avenues for publishing their work.

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Intern, R&D Undergrad Year-Round - Development of metallic glasses for hydrogen conversion, CA Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Livermore, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sandia is seeking a year-round undergraduate intern for R&D in developing metallic glasses for hydrogen conversion. The role involves working on site in Livermore, CA, supporting a research team, performing experiments, synthesis, and characterization of materials, and assisting with sample preparation. The intern will earn competitive pay and should have relevant skills in materials science, engineering, or math with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The Energy Nanomaterials Department offers challenging work, extraordinary co-workers, and world-changing technologies.

Intern Summer - R&D Graduate START HBCU, Materials Science

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sandia National Laboratories is offering a Materials Science, R&D Graduate Summer Intern position through the START HBCU Institute. The intern will work on issues of national significance, collaborate with a team, and gain laboratory skills. The internship offers competitive pay, full-time onsite work, and opportunities at both Livermore, CA and Albuquerque, NM sites. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, enrollment in a science, engineering, or math graduate program, and a minimum GPA of 3.0. Desired qualifications include attendance at a HBCU, higher GPA, existing security clearance, and in-depth knowledge in physical sciences.

Intern, R&D Graduate Summer - Photonic Microsystems Technologies, Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Summer - R&D Graduate Intern for a dynamic team focused on quantum computing. The role involves performing research and development in a lab with trapped ion qubits, working on custom surface ion trap chips, and designing systems for quantum experiments. The intern will earn competitive pay, determined by credit hours, classification, and degree level. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, full-time enrollment in a graduate program, a minimum GPA of 3.0, and U.S. citizenship. Desired qualifications include enrollment in a Ph.D. program in physics or engineering, experience in quantum information science, and skills in experimental control software and data analysis.

Intern, R&D Undergraduate Year Round - Photovoltaics & Materials Tech, Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job involves managing, sorting, and characterizing photovoltaic connectors from various US sources to identify root causes of failure. Tasks include visual inspection, lab characterization, database creation, and assisting with field collection programs. The position is ideal for engineering or materials science students and offers competitive pay, extraordinary colleagues, and world-changing work. U.S. citizenship or legal residency is required.

Early Career - Test Operations Engineer - Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a test engineer for the Diagnostics for Extreme Environments and Hypersonics Department. The role involves designing and setting up experiments, analyzing data, operating test facilities, and collaborating with a diverse team. Benefits include challenging work, excellent co-workers, top-tier facilities, career advancement, and flexible work arrangements. Qualifications include a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and ability to acquire a DOE Q security clearance. Desired qualifications include experience with test setup, camera equipment, data analysis software, and mechanical design tools.

Intern, R&D Undergraduate Co-op - Monitoring Systems Technology Intern Center (MSTIC), Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking outstanding undergraduate students for the Monitoring Systems and Technology Intern Center (MSTIC) program. Students will work on high-caliber teams to support nuclear proliferation detection, develop remote sensing and verification systems, and manufacture high-consequence products. The program focuses on remote sensing and technologies, including space missions, treaty verification, nuclear nonproliferation, cooperative monitoring, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Interns will have the opportunity to design, develop, implement, test, and deliver advanced data processing and exploitation software for complex, real-time analysis systems. Qualified students should be enrolled full-time in an accredited university, pursuing a science, engineering, or math major, and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0. Sandia offers competitive pay rates, challenging work, extraordinary co-workers, and a range of benefits.

Cleared Senior Manager Science and Engineering - Mechanical Design (Onsite)

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sandia National Laboratories is offering a senior R&D Science and Engineering position for a senior manager in either California or New Mexico. The role involves leading a team of level I managers and design engineers, collaborating across multiple technical domains, and managing multiple functions. Key benefits include challenging work with significant impact, excellent co-workers, top-tier tools and facilities, career advancement opportunities, and flexible work arrangements. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 10+ years of experience, and an active US DOE-Q or DOD TS security clearance. Additional desirable qualifications include a graduate degree, leadership experience, and a proven track record in organizational health initiatives and change management.

Senior/Principal Construction Manager - Project Execution, Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sandia National Laboratories is offering a Construction Manager position with a salary range of $99,400 - $193,600. The role involves managing construction work activities, ensuring project success, and overseeing external construction companies. Key responsibilities include providing construction management services, ensuring compliance with safety and health requirements, and facilitating progress meetings. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with 5 years of experience in Construction Management, Project Management, or Engineering. Additional qualifications include an active DOE Q-level security clearance, experience with Newforma, Primavera, and Microsoft Project, and OSHA-10-hour training.

Systems Administrator II - Secret

Company: HRL Laboratories

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Jan 22, 2025

HRL is seeking a systems administrator with experience in Windows or Linux environments. The successful candidate will collaborate with other systems administrators across the United States, requiring an active Secret clearance and experience in classified programs. The role involves a multidisciplinary range of technical system and application activities, including installation, configuration, and maintenance of multiplatform systems, hardware, and software. The candidate will also be responsible for administering Windows and/or Linux systems, resolving complex system failures, and ensuring system performance optimization. A current Top SecretSCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph is preferred, and the applicant must be willing to obtain and maintain a Top SecretSCI clearance with polygraph. The position requires 100 onsite work, with potential for evenings, weekends, and up to 15 travel. The base salary range is $90,640 - $113,353 + bonus + benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at HRL Laboratories?
The work environment is highly collaborative and research‑driven, with teams tackling long‑term, high‑impact projects in radar, signal processing, and cybersecurity. Employees enjoy access to state‑of‑the‑art labs, mentorship from seasoned scientists, and the chance to publish papers in top journals. Benefits include competitive health plans, tuition reimbursement, and a flexible schedule that supports deep focus on technical challenges.
What types of positions are available at HRL Laboratories?
Open roles span engineering, research, and data science: systems engineers, RF/microwave engineers, software developers, data scientists, materials scientists, cybersecurity analysts, and research scientists in physics, electrical engineering, and computer science.
How can I stand out as an applicant for HRL Laboratories?
Highlight hands‑on experience with research publications, patents, or open‑source projects. Demonstrate proficiency in MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or hardware design tools. Prepare for technical interviews by solving algorithm problems, discussing past research impact, and articulating how your work aligns with HRL’s mission in defense and aerospace.

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