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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SUPV HR SPEC (MILITARY) - TITLE 5

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Marietta, Georgia Marietta, Georgia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a full-time Excepted Permanent position for a Supervisor HR Spec Military Position in Marietta, Georgia, open to all United States Citizens.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (Title 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Camp J T Robinson, Arkansas Camp J T Robinson, Arkansas

Posted Sep 30, 2024

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

Division Chief - Systems Analysis

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

Location: McLean, Virginia McLean, Virginia

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.

Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Wildland Fire Module Superintendent) (Direct Hire Authority)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Gatlinburg, Tennessee Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Department of the Interior is recruiting personnel for critical positions in the Visitor and Resource Protection Division of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The announcement has been extended to fill these positions.

Manager, Rocket Propulsion Test Office

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Headquarters, NASA

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

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The text describes the responsibilities of a manager in the rocket propulsion test program, including managing assets and capabilities at various facilities.

GEOINT Hybrid Analyst

Company: Department of Defense - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

GEOINT Hybrid Analysts analyze and interpret spatial data to support US military and policymaker interests. They combine geospatial data and imagery analysis to characterize events, discover relationships, and trends, and produce geospatial intelligence.

Maintenance and Operations Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Gustavus, Alaska Gustavus, Alaska

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in the Maintenance Division. It's a seasonal appointment that provides benefits but not year-round work.

Folk and Traditional Arts 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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CONTRACT SPECIALIST

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

Location: Kirtland AFB, New Mexico Kirtland AFB, 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 150th Special Operations Wing National Guard.

Director for Policy, Programs, and Planning

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

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Gaithersburg, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Director for Policy Programs and Planning reports directly to the NIST Chief of Staff and is responsible for leading and coordinating NIST's strategic planning, budget development, and engagement with key partners.

Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operating)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Kula, Hawaii Kula, Hawaii

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 10082024 or until the first 125 applicants are received.

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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