Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

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Sandia National Laboratories is a U.S. Department of Energy laboratory headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, that partners with the military and government agencies to safeguard national security through advanced research in materials, supercomputing, cybersecurity, and sustainable energy.

Sandia hires software engineers, cybersecurity analysts, systems architects, data scientists, mechanical and electrical engineers, and research scientists. Candidates can expect rigorous peer‑reviewed projects, collaborative interdisciplinary teams, and access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities like the National Computational Infrastructure, while navigating the unique security‑clearance requirements that define the lab’s culture.

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Interdisciplinary Natural Resources Program Manager (Biologist/ Physical Scientist)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Moose, Wyoming Moose, Wyoming

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located in Grand Teton National Park in the Science and Resource Management Division. It's a term position with an initial appointment to last at least 13 months.

General Engineer/Physical Scientist (Facility Representative)

Company: Department of Energy - National Nuclear Security Administration

Location: Livermore, California Livermore, California

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This vacancy announcement is for a General EngineerPhysical Scientist Facility Representative position. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance and contractor oversight on daily operations and activities at nuclear and nonnuclear facilities.

General Engineer/Physical Scientist (Facility Oversight Program Manager)

Company: Department of Energy - National Nuclear Security Administration

Location: Livermore, California Livermore, California

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This job announcement will close after 75 applications or on the specified date. The successful candidate will manage the Facility Oversight Program as a General EngineerPhysical Scientist.

Information Technology Specialist (System Analysis)

Company: Department of the Army - Office of the Chief of the National Guard Bureau

Location: Arlington, Virginia Arlington, Virginia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for a Direct Hire Authority position in the National Guard Bureau Joint Staff NGBJ6 C4 Systems and CIO Directorate in Arlington, VA.

Administrative Support Assistant (OA)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Sumner, Mississippi Sumner, Mississippi

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position provides administrative support to the Superintendent or unit manager, including budgeting, acquisition, and property management.

IT Specialist (INFOSEC)

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland Silver Spring, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for a position in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Office of the Chief Information Officer in Silver Spring, MD.

Research Physical Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for a position in the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research OAR | Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory GLERL in Ann Arbor MI.

SUPERVISORY ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Honolulu, Hawaii

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist. The position is located in the Construction Facilities Maintenance Office in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Archives Technician

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Archives and Records Administration

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration serving in organizational units within the Office of Research Services. Incumbents perform work supporting access to archival holdings and physical and intellectual control over records.

Financial Management Specialist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland Silver Spring, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service NMFS Office of Science and Technology OST with one vacancy in Silver Spring MD. It's a term appointment not to exceed 13 months with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition.

Program Analyst

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located within the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service's Southern Region with one vacancy with location negotiable upon selection.

RESILIENCE AND RISK REDUCTION PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Pineville, Louisiana Pineville, Louisiana

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Resilience and Risk Reduction Program Specialist.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Sandia National Laboratories?
Working at Sandia offers a mission‑driven environment where every project contributes to national security. Employees enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration, access to cutting‑edge research facilities, and competitive benefits—including health, retirement, and tuition assistance. While most roles require a security clearance, many teams offer flexible work arrangements and continuous learning opportunities through internal conferences and workshops.
What types of positions are available at Sandia?
Sandia’s open positions span engineering, science, and IT disciplines: software development, cybersecurity, systems architecture, data science, mechanical and electrical engineering, nuclear physics, chemistry, and advanced materials research. Management, project coordination, and administrative roles support the lab’s research missions and infrastructure.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Tailor your résumé to highlight projects that align with Sandia’s core missions—such as secure software, high‑performance computing, or materials science. Demonstrate familiarity with government or defense standards (e.g., DoD Cybersecurity Framework) and, if possible, a current or prior security clearance. Include quantitative outcomes (e.g., performance improvements, cost savings) and showcase any open‑source contributions or patents that illustrate technical depth.

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