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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Archeologist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Homestead, Florida Homestead, Florida

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located in the Cultural Resources department at Everglades National Park in Homestead, Florida.

Cemetery Caretaker

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - National Cemetery Administration

Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado Colorado Springs, Colorado

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located at the PIKES PEAK NATIONAL CEMETERY in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Latham, New York Latham, New York

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Financial Management Analyst. The vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TERMINAL) (2)

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

Location: Meridian, Mississippi Meridian, Mississippi

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position with no military requirement. It is a Title 5 excepted service position with a job description number PDT5825700.

SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE SPECIALIST (VICT ADV)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Columbia, South Carolina Columbia, South Carolina

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Specialist. The position is part of the South Carolina National Guard.

Archivist

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

Location: College Park, Maryland College Park, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The incumbent serves as an audio visual archivist and is responsible for planning, performing, and monitoring all archival functions in all media.

Civil Engineer - Direct Hire

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located in Natural Resources Stewardship and Science Division. Open to the first 125 applicants.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (UH-72A)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: East Wenatchee, Washington East Wenatchee, Washington

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for an Aircraft Mechanic position in the Washington Army National Guard.

Supervisory Chemist

Company: Department of Health and Human Services - National Institutes of Health

Location: Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The National Cancer Institute is seeking a Supervisory Chemist to support drug discovery and development programs and contract-driven therapeutics program.

Park Guide

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Kailua Kona, Hawaii Kailua Kona, Hawaii

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The career seasonal positions are located in KalokoHonokohau National Historical Park in the Interpretation Division. Open to the first 101 applicants or until 10102024 whichever comes first.

ARTILLERY REPAIRER (Title 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Fort Chaffee, Arkansas Fort Chaffee, Arkansas

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Artillery Repairer. National Guard membership is required.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (Title 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Fort Chaffee, Arkansas Fort Chaffee, Arkansas

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Mechanic. National Guard membership is required.

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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