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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AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC (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 an Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic. It is a Permanent Excepted Service position.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC INSPECTOR (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 Mechanic Inspector. It is a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

Recreation Fee Technician

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is an open continuous announcement for the National Park Service. It provides a readily available source of applicants when vacancies occur.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Jefferson City, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Human Resources Assistant. It is a Permanent Excepted Service position.

Engineering Equipment Operator

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is an open continuous announcement for the National Park Service. It provides a readily available source of applicants for vacancies. Eligibility and qualifications will be verified when a vacancy occurs.

PHYSICIAN (AEROSPACE MEDICINE) (TITLE 5)

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

Location: Scott AFB, Illinois Scott AFB, Illinois

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Physician Aerospace Medicine Title 5 Position.

ELECTRONICS MECHANIC (RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: South Burlington, Vermont South Burlington, Vermont

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Electronics Mechanic. The announcement may close prior to the end date if all positions are filled.

IT Specialist Application Software

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Juneau, Alaska Juneau, Alaska

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service NMFS Alaska Regional Office AKRO Information Services Division ISD with 3 vacancies in Juneau AK. The position is also announced under vacancy number NMFS AKRO2412460893MAP which is open to Status Candidates.

SOCIAL WORKER (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Kansas City, Missouri Kansas City, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Social Worker, GS018512, with an indefinite reimbursable excepted service contract.

Engineering Equipment Operator

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is an open continuous announcement for the National Park Service. It provides a readily available source of applicants when vacancies occur.

ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT 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 Ordnance Equipment Mechanic position in the Washington Air National Guard.

DIRECTOR OF INSPECTIONS

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

Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota Saint Paul, Minnesota

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is an Excepted Service position in the Minnesota National Guard. Membership in the National Guard is not required for employment. Competitive service employees may apply.

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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