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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PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR (GPC)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico Santa Fe, New Mexico

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position. You may be eligible for a Recruitment or Relocation incentive. The position is part of the NM USPFO Contracting Office National Guard.

Attorney Advisor (General)

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Juneau, Alaska Juneau, Alaska

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a public notice for a job opening in the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Juneau, AK.

Exhibits Specialist (Lighting Specialist)

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 responsible for electrical work in exhibition galleries, public spaces, and special events. The incumbent supports lighting installation and maintenance.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT MANAGER (T32)

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

Location: Montgomery, Alabama Montgomery, Alabama

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Equal Employment Manager. The position is part of the AL HQ AL ANG National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

FINANCIAL INTERNAL CONTROL ANALYST

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

Location: Camp Murray, Washington Camp Murray, Washington

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for a Financial Internal Control Analyst position in the Washington Air National Guard.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC

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 an Aircraft Mechanic. The position is part of the PA Eastern Army Aviation Training Site National Guard.

Senior Maritime National GEOINT Officer

Company: Department of Defense - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Location: Springfield, Virginia Springfield, Virginia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

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Deputy Chief Information Officer

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Credit Union Administration

Location: Alexandria, Virginia Alexandria, Virginia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in the Office of the Chief Information Officer and involves supporting the CIO in establishing the organization's IT strategy and roadmap.

UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER

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

Location: Scotia, New York Scotia, New York

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Unit Deployment Manager. It is an indefinite position and does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.

Attorney Advisor (General)

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland Silver Spring, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a public notice for a job opening in the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The position is located in Silver Spring, MD and requires reading the notice in its entirety before submitting an application.

ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

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

Location: Sioux City, Iowa Sioux City, Iowa

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Iowa Air National Guard is hiring for a Title 32 Excepted Service Position. The position is restricted to current Military members of the Air National Guard, Air Reserves, or Air Force willing and eligible to become a member of the Iowa Air National Guard. The location is 185th ARW in Sioux City, Iowa.

FINANCIAL INTERNAL CONTROL ANALYST

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

Location: Camp Murray, Washington Camp Murray, Washington

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for a Financial Internal Control Analyst position in the Washington Air National Guard.

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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