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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SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Huntsville, Alabama Huntsville, Alabama

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Repairer T32. The position is part of the AL UTES 3 National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

Policy Advisor

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located within the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, with 1 vacancy in Washington DC. The position is also announced under another vacancy number and is open to Status Candidates.

QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Quality Assurance Specialist. The position is part of the PA Army Aviation Support Facility 1 National Guard.

IT Specialist (Data Management) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Draper, Utah Draper, Utah

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for an IT Specialist Data Management position with the Utah National Guard. The position is located in Draper, UT and is open to current onboard employees of the UTARNG.

LIBRARIAN (REFERENCE LEAD)

Company: Department of Defense - National Defense University

Location: Fort McNair, District of Columbia Fort McNair, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

National Defense University NDU provides Joint Professional Military Education to develop leaders for the US Armed Forces and select others.

Museums, Visual Arts, and Indemnity Director

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

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

Posted Sep 30, 2024

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Training Administrator

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 TERM NOT TO EXCEED 3 YEARS position with the option for conversion. To be eligible for conversion, an employee must complete at least 2 years of current continuous service under a term appointment in the competitive service and have a current performance rating of at least fully successful or equivalent.

National Intelligence Officer for Economic Issues

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

Location: McLean, Virginia McLean, Virginia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence creates a consistent view of intelligence and serves as the Director's principal advisor.

SUPPLY TECHNICIAN

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 Supply Technician. The vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.

IT Specialist - CUSTSUPT (INDEF) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Draper, Utah Draper, Utah

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for an IT Specialist position in the Utah Army National Guard. The position is open to current onboard employees of the UTARNG.

ELECTRONICS MECHANIC

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Electronics Mechanic. The position is part of the PA Field Maintenance Shop 16 National Guard.

Health Technician (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Draper, Utah Draper, Utah

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for a Health Technician position in the Utah Army National Guard. The position is open to the public and those willing to join the UTARNG.

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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