Jobs at HRL Laboratories

Positions 39,843

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.

Job Transparency’s listings provide exact salary ranges and employee sentiment scores for HRL positions, enabling you to benchmark offers, negotiate confidently, and assess workplace culture before applying.

Cleared Senior/Principal R&D Systems Engineer - USNDS Ground Systems , Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories is offering an exciting opportunity for R&D Systems Engineers to work on cutting-edge technology for the USNDS Ground Systems, funded by the US Space Force. The role involves collaborating with technical leads, defining project requirements, and engaging in requirements definition, verification, and validation. The position offers challenging work with significant impact, extraordinary co-workers, and top-tier benefits including flexible work arrangements, generous vacations, and career advancement opportunities. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field, experience with systems engineering roles, and the ability to obtain a DOE Q and SCI clearance.

Postdoctoral Appointee - Optical Quantum Computing Testbed, Hybrid

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories is offering a Postdoctoral Appointee position in the field of quantum computing. The role involves developing a programming language and software for an optical quantum computing testbed, collaborating with experimental teams, and creating high-impact software packages. The lab provides challenging work, extraordinary co-workers, top-notch facilities, career advancement opportunities, and flexible work arrangements. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in a relevant field, research experience, programming skills, and the ability to obtain a DOE Q Security Clearance.

Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

Company: HRL Laboratories

Location: Westlake Village, CA

Posted Nov 21, 2024

HRL Laboratories, based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas, Westlake Village, and Camarillo, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A). The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 8 years of experience in financial planning and analysis within the defense or R&D industry. The role involves managing the financial planning and analysis process, developing complex financial models, analyzing financial performance, and providing actionable insights to senior management. The position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial modeling, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. The compensation range is $145,745 - $186,688 + bonus + benefits.

Intern, R&D Graduate Summer - Reable Energy - FORCEE, Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking motivated graduate students in renewable energy for a summer internship. The FORCEE Intern Institute offers hands-on research opportunities in designing, modeling, developing, and testing renewable energy technologies. Interns will work with world experts, mentored by Sandia scientists and engineers, on high-fidelity modeling, materials development, analysis, and testing. They will also gain experience in advanced controls systems, cyber security, and communication skills. The internship includes technical seminars, facility tours, and culminates in a symposium presentation. Competitive pay rates are offered, based on earned credit hours, classification, and degree level.

Intern, R&D Undergraduate Summer - Earth Sciences - FORCEE, Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking motivated undergraduate students in GEOSCIENCE for a summer internship at the Future Of Research for Climate, Earth and Energy (FORCEE) Intern Institute. The interns will work alongside world experts, developing and applying data, modeling, and analysis techniques to tackle energy and national security problems. They will be mentored by Sandia scientists and engineers, gaining hands-on research experience, technical seminars, and facility tours. The interns will apply skills in computer programming, machine learning, data collection, and simulation environments. They will collaborate on high-impact projects, potentially suitable for publication, and culminate in a symposium presentation. The internship emphasizes analytical acumen, communication, and teamwork. Competitive pay rates are offered, based on credit hours, classification, and degree level.

Intern, R&D Undergraduate Year Round - Structural Dynamics, Remote

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a student intern for the Engineering Sciences Center. The role involves contributing to the understanding of dynamic behavior of structures in operational and laboratory environments. The successful candidate will assist in structural dynamics, vibration, acoustics, shock, or solid mechanics testing, process data using software like MatLab, Python, LabView, SolidWorks, etc., research current state of the art, plan and design experiments, and write reports. The intern will earn competitive pay rates based on credit hours, classification, and degree level. Qualifications include being enrolled full-time in an accredited undergraduate program, pursuing a science, engineering, or math major, having a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0, and ability to secure a U.S. security clearance. Experience with vibrations, acoustics, structural mechanics, materials science, modal analysis, or structural dynamics laboratory testing is desirable. Sandia offers challenging work, extraordinary co-workers, excellent facilities, career advancement opportunities, and a solid work-life balance.

Department Manager of Computational Physics

Company: HRL Laboratories

Location: Malibu, CA

Posted Nov 21, 2024

HRL Laboratories, based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas, Westlake Village, and Camarillo, is seeking a highly motivated technical and personnel manager. The role, Department Manager of Computational Physics, involves managing multiple groups in areas including quantum theory and simulation, quantum optoelectronics, quantum software, and device modeling. The candidate will develop and execute a strategic vision for the department, manage resources, talent acquisition, and performance. They will also organize and support customer development and technical marketing of the department's capabilities and technologies. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of leadership experience in a technical and R&D environment, a MS or PhD in physics, applied physics, computer science, or related scientific field, and proficiency in use of computers, programming, and communication.

Process Integration Engineer

Company: HRL Laboratories

Location: Malibu, CA

Posted Nov 21, 2024

HRL Laboratories is seeking an experienced Process Integration Engineer to lead the fabrication and process development of novel semiconductor and superconducting devices. The successful candidate will work closely with a broad team of engineers, develop integrated process flows, and manage WIP. They will also analyze metrology and electrical test data, troubleshoot process excursions, and communicate status updates. Required skills include experience in processing semiconductor devices, cryogenic temperatures, RF engineering, and developing novel unit processes. A M.S. degree in electrical engineering, material science, chemical engineering, or related field is required. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a government security clearance are necessary. The base salary range is $120,715 - $150,895 + bonus + benefits.

Sr. Procurement Specialist

Company: Genezen Laboratories

Location: Lexington

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Genezen is a company that provides gene therapy and cell therapy clinical trials, and is committed to empowering its employees to be their best. The company is looking for a Sr Procurement Specialist to manage GMP procurement of materials, review historical trends, and select and manage vendors.

Intern, R&D Graduate Year Round - Structural Dynamics, Remote

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a student intern for the Engineering Sciences Center. The role involves contributing to the understanding of dynamic behavior of structures in operational and laboratory environments. The successful candidate will assist in structural dynamics, vibration, acoustics, shock, or solid mechanics testing, process data using software like MatLab, Python, LabView, SolidWorks, etc., research current state of the art, plan and design experiments, and write reports. The intern will earn competitive pay rates based on credit hours, classification, and degree level. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, full-time enrollment in a science, engineering, or math graduate program, minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0, ability to work up to 30 hours per week during academic year and up to 40 hours per week during summer, and U.S. security clearance. Experience with vibrations, acoustics, structural mechanics, materials science, modal analysis, or structural dynamics laboratory testing is desirable. Sandia offers challenging work, extraordinary co-workers, excellent facilities, career advancement opportunities, and a solid work/life balance.

Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer - Physical Security Applications, Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a dedicated R&D Mechanical Engineer for a challenging role in designing, building, and maintaining mechanical systems for automated and robotic systems. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science, along with relevant experience. The role involves designing mechanical and electrical systems, integrating into multiple teams, working with customers, and troubleshooting complex systems. The department is recognized for developing high-consequence robotic systems and offers a competitive salary range, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits. U.S. citizenship is required due to the need for a DOE Q-level security clearance.

Intern, R&D Graduate Summer - Earth Sciences - FORCEE, Onsite

Company: Sandia National Laboratories

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Nov 20, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories is offering a motivated graduate student in Geoscience an internship opportunity within the Future Of Research for Climate, Earth and Energy (FORCEE) Intern Institute. The intern will work on diverse energy and national security problems, gaining hands-on experience in data, modeling, and analysis techniques. The internship includes mentorship from Sandia scientists and engineers, technical seminars, and facility tours. The intern will collaborate on high-impact research projects, potentially leading to publication in leading technical journals and presentations at the end-of-year FORCEE symposium. The internship emphasizes analytical, communication, and teamwork skills development. Competitive pay rates are offered, and U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance.

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.

Other Companies Hiring

© 2026 Job Transparency. All rights reserved.