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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Police Officer

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The United States Park Police mission is to provide quality law enforcement, safeguard lives, and protect national treasures and symbols of democracy.

A systematic review on the impact of Diabetes on Outcomes after Cardiac Surgery

Company: National Medical Research Association

Location: virtual office

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This text invites researchers interested in cardiovascular research to join a systematic review on the impact of diabetes on post-cardiac surgery outcomes. The study aims to evaluate the association between diabetes status and various post-operative parameters, including surgical complications, mortality rates, length of hospital stay, and long-term cardiovascular outcomes. Participants will gain valuable research experience and contribute to medical knowledge.

SUPERVISORY JOINT OPERATIONS CENTER TECHNICIAN (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 job posting for a Supervisory Joint Operations Center Technician position in the Army National Guard. The position is an Indefinite Excepted Service position and is part of the MO Directorate of Plans Operations and Training.

Wildland Firefighter (Wildland Fire Module Lead 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 incumbent serves as a Type 1 or Type 2 Wildland Fire Module Lead Crewmember, requiring strategic and tactical operations skills, technological skills, and basic planning skills.

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTER (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 Nondestructive Tester. It is a permanent excepted service position.

ALLIED TRADES WORKER (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 WG580108 ALLIED TRADES WORKER TITLE 32 Position Description Number D1220000 and is part of the MO Combined Support Maintenance Shop.

PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Helena, Montana Helena, Montana

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a job announcement for a Psychological Health Program Manager position in the MT Army National Guard. The position is an excepted service nonbargaining unit position and may have incentives available. The selecting official is MAJ Koeppen.

SOCIAL WORKER T5

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Social Worker T5.

TRAINING TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Cape Girardeau, Missouri Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Training Technician, a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

IT SPECIALIST (POLICY AND PLANNING) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Ellington AFB, Texas Ellington AFB, Texas

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This position is within the 147th Communications Squadron and is located at Ellington Field JRB Houston Texas. The primary purpose is to serve as a technical advisor to local base information technology IT and communications users.

SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Lebanon, Missouri Lebanon, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a GS2005040506 Supply Technician Title 32. It is an Indefinite Excepted Service position.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri

Posted Sep 30, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Mechanic. It is a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

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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