Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

991,118 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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Outdoor Recreation Planner

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The National Park Service is offering a job opportunity for an Outdoor Recreation Planner with duty locations in various states. The position is open to the first 75 applicants or until a certain date.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Shelbyville, Indiana

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is an Indiana National Guard title 32 excepted service position. The position is part of the IN AASF Indiana National Guard under Position Description Number D0484000.

Supervisory Technical Editor (Associate Publisher)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Gallery of Art

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Associate Publisher will supervise the editorial team and plan publications to drive audience engagement.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (Title 32)

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

Location: Little Rock AFB, Arkansas Little Rock AFB, Arkansas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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FINANCIAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Bismarck, North Dakota Bismarck, North Dakota

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position. Military membership is not required. The position is for a financial services technician.

Recreation Fee Technician

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Kane County, Utah Kane County, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in the Division of Administrative Services. It is also announced open to status federal veterans and other eligibles.

Supervisory Electrician

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Gallery of Art

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is in the Operations Department of the Facilities Management Division AFM, responsible for supervising and performing the work of operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical devices, distribution systems, and equipment at the National Gallery of Art and the Sculpture Garden.

Lead Hydro-Meteorologist Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Portland, Oregon Portland, Oregon

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Weather Service Western Region Weather Forecast Office in Portland, OR. It is also announced under vacancy number NWS WR OR2412553914ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

Supervisory Executive Management Specialist

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

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Gaithersburg, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Department of Commerce has been ranked top 5 in the 2023 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government for the 12th year in a row, showcasing its commitment to employee engagement, satisfaction, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Wildland Firefighter- Direct Hiring Authority

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Saint Marys, Georgia Saint Marys, Georgia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in Cumberland Island National Seashore in the Fire and Aviation Management Division.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Homestead, Florida Homestead, Florida

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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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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