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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Strategy Management Officer

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Office of the Director of National Intelligence

Location: Bethesda, Maryland Bethesda, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Policy amp Capabilities Directorate ensures the IC is best postured for the threats and challenges of an uncertain future through strategy policy and capabilities development.

IT Project Manager

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Office of the Director of National Intelligence

Location: Bethesda, Maryland Bethesda, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer leads the development and presentation of the National Intelligence Program budget. The CFO's main responsibilities include resource management, budget analysis, and financial management improvement.

ELECTRONICS MECHANIC (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Mobile, Alabama Mobile, Alabama

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Electronics Mechanic. The position is part of the AL FMS 28 National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

HEALTH TECHNICIAN (D2061000)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Salinas, Puerto Rico Salinas, Puerto Rico

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Puerto Rico National Guard is announcing a vacancy for an Army Technician.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Homestead, Florida Homestead, Florida

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The job posting is for a Federal Government Civil Service position. The selectee will receive the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The application deadline is 10032024 or until the first 100 applicants are received.

Supervisory General Engineer

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Honolulu, Hawaii

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for a position in the National Weather Service's Pacific Region Headquarters.

FAMILY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota Saint Paul, Minnesota

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is an Excepted Service position in the MN National Guard, open to the public and veterans. Membership in the National Guard is not required.

ARCHITECT/ENGINEER

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

Location: Moffett Field, California Moffett Field, California

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This ARCHITECTENGINEER is located in the Civil Engineering Squadron at an Air National Guard Wing and is part of the CA 129 RQW.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Chalmette, Louisiana Chalmette, Louisiana

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The job posting is for a Federal Government Civil Service position. The selectee will receive the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The application deadline is 10032024 or until the first 100 applicants are received.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST

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

Location: March AFB, California March AFB, California

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for a Financial Management Analyst in the Air National Guard.

IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) (T5)

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

Location: Birmingham, Alabama Birmingham, Alabama

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an IT Cybersecurity Specialist. The position is part of the AL 117th Air Refueling Wing National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

Hardware Modeling & Analysis Group Lead

Company: HRL Laboratories

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The job posting is seeking a self-motivated scientist-engineer to lead the Hardware Modeling and Analysis Group at HRL Laboratories. The role involves managing a small team, improving group member performance, and contributing technically through direct work and project leadership.

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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