Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

991,094 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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NSA Police - Law Enforcement Officer - Entry to Experienced Level MD UT WV

Company: Department of Defense - National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Location: Fort Meade, Maryland Fort Meade, Maryland

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The National Security Agency NSA is looking for personnel to serve as Fulltime officers with the NSA Police. The positions offer unlimited career growth, exceptional training, and the opportunity to serve the country.

Cemetery Caretaker

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - National Cemetery Administration

Location: Denver, Colorado Denver, Colorado

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is located at the Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, Colorado.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (CIVIL) (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 Engineering Technician. It is a permanent excepted service position.

IT Specialist ( Supervisory Network OPS Branch Chief)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

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

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a District of Columbia National Guard title 5 excepted service position. It is part of the G6 District of Columbia National Guard under Position Description Number T5234000. This is not a remote position.

PUBLIC HEALTH TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Whiteman AFB, Missouri Whiteman AFB, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Public Health Technician. It is a permanent excepted service position.

POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC

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

Location: Elmendorf AFB, Alaska Elmendorf AFB, Alaska

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The text describes the definition of areas of consideration for the Alaska Air National Guard, including permanent or indefinite technicians, all AKNG members, and other eligible military members. It also mentions selecting a supervisor and provides a link to learn more about the agency.

Wildland Firefighter (Wildland Fire Module Crewmember) (Direct Hire Authority)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Marble Falls, Arkansas Marble Falls, Arkansas

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located at Buffalo National River Fire and Aviation Management FAM Division. The notice is issued to recruit personnel to occupations with a critical hiring need. OPM has granted the Department of the Interior Direct Hire Authority to assist in filling these positions.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Keystone, South Dakota Keystone, South Dakota

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position involves simple and routine work in maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related utilities.

Maintenance Worker (Trails)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Wellfleet, Massachusetts Wellfleet, Massachusetts

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is an open continuous vacancy announcement for a job that will be filled periodically throughout the announcement period. The typical seasonal entry period is November to April, but can vary due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

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

Location: Fairchild AFB, Washington Fairchild AFB, Washington

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job posting for an Aircraft Engine Mechanic position at the 141st Air Refueling Wing in Washington. The position is a temporary excepted service job and requires a resume with original words.

Custodial Worker (MVO)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is an open continuous vacancy announcement for various positions. Applications will be referred periodically throughout the announcement period.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Repairer. It is a Permanent Excepted Service position.

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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