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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Social Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Bethel, Alaska Bethel, Alaska

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service's Alaska Region, with one vacancy in Bethel, Alaska. The position is also announced under vacancy number NWSAR2412554052 ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

Wildland Firefighter (Fuels Management) - Direct Hire Authority

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Grand Canyon, Arizona Grand Canyon, Arizona

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in Grand Canyon National Park and involves directing a prescribed firefuels management program. The incumbent identifies and analyzes multiple variables such as weather, fuels, topography, fire behavior, smoke impacts, and employee/public safety.

IT Project Manager (IT COR)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Archives and Records Administration

Location: College Park, Maryland College Park, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration, and the incumbent will manage IT projects and contracts.

Recreation Fee Technician

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The positions are located in Acadia National Park and are seasonal appointments with benefits. They do not provide year-round work and have nonpay time off.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Mobile, Alabama Mobile, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Repairer T32. It is part of the AL FMS 28 National Guard.

Archeologist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Nicholasville, Kentucky Nicholasville, Kentucky

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located at Camp Nelson National Monument in Nicholasville, Kentucky.

Physical Science Technician

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Death Valley, California Death Valley, California

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a term position in Death Valley National Park's Cultural Resources Division. It's open to the first 101 applicants and has an initial appointment of at least 13 months.

MATERIALS HANDLER (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Montgomery, Alabama Montgomery, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Materials Handler T32. It is part of the AL USPFO National Guard.

IT SPECIALIST (CUSTSPT)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming Cheyenne, Wyoming

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position. The position is for an IT Specialist Custspt and is part of the WY Deputy Chief of Staff Information Management Wyoming National Guard.

Electronics Engineer, AST, Telecommunications (Direct Hire)

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - John Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field

Location: Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position serves as an Electronics Engineer AST Telecommunications in the Space Communications and Spectrum Management Office at the Glenn Research Center. The selectee will lead aspects of NASAs domestic and international spectrum management activities.

Deputy Director, Spaceport Integration and Services

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - John F. Kennedy Space Center

Location: Kennedy Space Center, Florida Kennedy Space Center, Florida

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The incumbent serves as the Deputy Director of Spaceport Integration and Services, responsible for coordinating and integrating across all Kennedy Space Center spaceport customers.

Technical Writer-Editor

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Archives and Records Administration

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration, and the incumbent will carry out assignments to develop technical skills and judgmental aspects of the work.

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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