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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TOOLS AND PARTS ATTENDANT (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Raytown, Missouri Raytown, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Tools and Parts Attendant, a Permanent Excepted Service position.

AUDITOR (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Springfield, Illinois Springfield, Illinois

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position. The position is for an auditor and is part of the IL USPFO National Guard.

IT SPECIALIST (CUSTSPT) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Jefferson Barracks, Missouri Jefferson Barracks, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an IT Specialist Custspt, a GS221011 title 32 position.

Production Controller (TERM) (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 Production Controller position in the Utah Army National Guard.

Attorney Advisor

Company: Department of Commerce - National Telecommunications and Information Administration

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

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration is seeking attorney advisors to join its Office of Chief Counsel, providing legal support for efforts to close the digital divide, manage federal spectrum resources, and build a better internet.

SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Moberly, Missouri Moberly, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Supply Technician, a GS2005040506 position, with appointment factors including permanence and bargaining.

LEAD FIREFIGHTER (TITLE 5)

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

Location: Peoria, Illinois Peoria, Illinois

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Lead Firefighter Title 5 excepted service position.

LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Honolulu, Hawaii

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Logistics Management Specialist. The position is located at Joint Force Headquarters G4 Hawaii Army National Guard in Kapolei, Hawaii.

PRODUCTION CONTROLLER (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Jefferson City, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Production Controller, a GS115207 excepted service position.

Division Director, Division of Graduate Education

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Science Foundation

Location: Alexandria, Virginia Alexandria, Virginia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is for the Division Director of Graduate Education in the Directorate for STEM Education.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Winchester, Tennessee Winchester, Tennessee

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Mechanic. The vacancy is covered by the Association of Civilian Technicians ACT Chapter 103 Volunteer Chapter.

Supervisory Physical Science Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Suitland, Maryland Suitland, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service NESDIS Office of Satellite and Product Operations OSPO Mission Operations Division MOD Operations Branch with 2 vacancies in Suitland MD. The position is also announced under vacancy number NESDIS OSPO2412516040ST which is open to Status Candidates.

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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