Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

991,020 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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IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) DIRECT HIRE

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Reisterstown, Maryland Reisterstown, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an IT Specialist Network Direct Hire.

Physician (Regulatory Affairs)

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

Location: Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Clinical Center is seeking an outstanding Physician Regulatory Affairs professional to support senior leaders and exercise leadership and management responsibilities.

Supervisory General Engineer/Supervisory Physical Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Wallops Island, Virginia Wallops Island, Virginia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for the Operations Branch Chief position in the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service NESDIS Office of Satellite amp Product Operations OSPO with one vacancy in Wallops Island VA.

Supervisory Physical Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Stennis Space Center, Mississippi Stennis Space Center, Mississippi

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for a position in the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service with one vacancy in Stennis Space CTR MS.

SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE (VICT ADV) (SAR WF)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Towson, Maryland Towson, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate. It is an excepted service position.

SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE (VICT ADV) (SAR WF)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Adelphi, Maryland Adelphi, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate. It is an excepted service position.

Supervisory Physical Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for a position in the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service NESDIS National Centers for Environmental Information NCEI Data Stewardship Division DSD with one vacancy in either Asheville NC Boulder CO Silver Spring MD or Stennis Space CTR MS.

Supervisory Grants Management Specialist

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 Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service NESDIS Chief Financial OfficerChief Administrative Officer CFOCAO Data Analysis and Systems Integration Branch DASIB with one vacancy in Silver Spring MD. The position is also announced under vacancy number NESDIS2412540347ST which is open to Status Candidates.

Community Planner

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: El Portal, California El Portal, California

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for a seasonal position at Yosemite National Park. The job is a permanent position but does not provide year-round work. The employee will work from January to November and be in a non-pay status for the remainder of the year.

Utility Systems Operator/Repairer

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Gunnison, Colorado Gunnison, Colorado

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the primary Utility Systems OperatorRepairer at Curecanti National Recreation Area.

EEO Senior Investigator

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

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (OEEO) works to identify and prevent discrimination, maintaining a fair and impartial complaint resolution process. It evaluates policies and practices to ensure compliance with federal mandates.

Supervisory General Engineer

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Kansas City, Missouri Kansas City, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for a job with a salary range of $124,113 to $161,349. First-time hires are typically hired at the Step 01 level.

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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