Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

990,939 open positions

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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Operations Research Analyst

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

Location: Arlington, Virginia Arlington, Virginia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is with the National Guard Bureau G3 Force Development Division Resource Management Branch in Arlington, VA. The surrounding area is situated in Northern Virginia on the south bank of the Potomac River directly across from Washington DC.

Cultural Anthropologist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Ashford, Washington Ashford, Washington

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located in Mount Rainier National Park in the Cultural and National Resources Division.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Federal Government Civil Service is hiring for a maintenance position at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine in Baltimore, Maryland. The job offers a salary range, but the lowest step of the grade is the only entitlement.

MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ASSISTANT (OA) (T32)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units

Location: Montgomery, Alabama Montgomery, Alabama

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard title 32 excepted service position for a Management and Program Assistant. The position is part of the AL 232ND CBCS National Guard.

Wildland Firefighter - Direct Hire Authority

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Whiskeytown, California Whiskeytown, California

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The DOI is hiring for various positions within the Wildland Fire and Aviation Division, including Assistant Engine Captain and Squad Leader roles. These positions are nonsupervisory and non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is in the Maintenance Division at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine in Baltimore, Maryland. The selectee is entitled to the lowest step of the grade for which selected.

Mechanical Engineer - Facilities - Experienced Level (Utah)

Company: Department of Defense - National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Location: Bluffdale, Utah Bluffdale, Utah

Posted Sep 30, 2024

As an Engineering and Physical Science professional, you will use your skills to create systems and tools to enhance the operation of intelligence, advising, administering, and performing projects.

Engineering Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Lubbock, Texas Lubbock, Texas

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service's Southern Region with one vacancy in Lubbock, TX. The position is also announced under vacancy number NWSSR2412559430 ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

Electronics Engineer

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 Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA Office of the Chief Information Officer OCIO with one vacancy in Silver Spring MD. The position is also announced under vacancy number CIO2412559903ST which is open to Status Candidates.

Public Safety Dispatcher

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico San Juan, Puerto Rico

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The text describes the locations of four term positions at the San Juan National Historic Site, which also serves the Christiansted National Historic Site and the Virgin Islands National Park. The interagency dispatch center provides support for these parks and law enforcement.

Engineering Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: North Little Rock, Arkansas North Little Rock, Arkansas

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service's Southern Region with one vacancy in Little Rock, AR. The position is also announced under vacancy number NWSSR2412560126 ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

Senior Program Strategist (International)

Company: National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities - National Endowment for the Humanities

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

NEH is an independent grantmaking agency dedicated to supporting research, education, preservation, and public programs in the humanities.

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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