Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

990,970 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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Government Information Specialist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Gloucester, Massachusetts Gloucester, Massachusetts

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service NMFS Office of Law Enforcement OLE with one vacancy in Gloucester MA. It is also announced under vacancy number NMFS OLE2412555523ST which is open to Status Candidates.

Park Ranger (Interpretation)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Boston, Massachusetts Boston, Massachusetts

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The job posting is for 3 positions at multiple park locations. It provides information on duties, salary, and term not to exceed. The application deadline is 10042024.

FINANCIAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Bismarck, North Dakota Bismarck, North Dakota

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position. Military membership is not required. The position is for a financial services technician.

Supervisory Electrician

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Gallery of Art

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

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is in the Operations Department of the Facilities Management Division AFM, responsible for supervising and performing the work of operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical devices, distribution systems, and equipment at the National Gallery of Art and the Sculpture Garden.

Supervisory Executive Management Specialist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Gaithersburg, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Department of Commerce has been ranked top 5 in the 2023 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government for the 12th year in a row, showcasing its commitment to employee engagement, satisfaction, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Government Information Specialist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Gloucester, Massachusetts Gloucester, Massachusetts

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service NMFS Office of Law Enforcement OLE with one vacancy in Gloucester MA. It is also announced under vacancy number NMFS OLE2412555522DE.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (Title 32)

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

Location: Little Rock AFB, Arkansas Little Rock AFB, Arkansas

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Aircraft Mechanic. National Guard membership is required.

Lead Hydro-Meteorologist Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Portland, Oregon Portland, Oregon

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Weather Service Western Region Weather Forecast Office in Portland, OR. It is also announced under vacancy number NWS WR OR2412553914ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

Wildland Firefighter- Direct Hiring Authority

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Saint Marys, Georgia Saint Marys, Georgia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located in Cumberland Island National Seashore in the Fire and Aviation Management Division.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Shelbyville, Indiana

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is an Indiana National Guard title 32 excepted service position. The position is part of the IN AASF Indiana National Guard under Position Description Number D0484000.

Clinical Trials Program Coordinator

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

Location: Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position requires specialized knowledge of cancer prevention clinical trials research, good clinical practice regulations, project administration, and project management.

Photographer (Medical/Ophthalmic)

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

Location: Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The National Eye Institute is seeking a Photographer MedicalOphthalmic with experience in advanced ocular imaging and electronic medical record management.

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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