Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

991,215 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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SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION & RESPONSE COORDINATOR

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico Santa Fe, New Mexico

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Coordinator.

Chief of Acquisition_Resources_and Planning (CARP)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Office of the Director of National Intelligence

Location: Bethesda, Maryland Bethesda, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The National Counterintelligence and Security Center leads US counterintelligence and security activities to protect the nation, provides outreach to private sector entities, and issues public warnings.

Electronics Engineer

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Norman, Oklahoma Norman, Oklahoma

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The National Weather Service is hiring for a position in Norman, Oklahoma. The job is located in the Radar Operations Center Engineering Branch and is open to status candidates.

Support Service Specialist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Honolulu, Hawaii

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service's Office of Law Enforcement in Honolulu, HI. It is also announced under another vacancy number and is open to Status Candidates.

CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Flowood, Mississippi Flowood, Mississippi

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position with no military requirement. It is part of the Mississippi National Guard.

Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist (Direct Hire)

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Armstrong Flight Research Center

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

NASA is seeking Communication Directors at various locations. The scope of the agency's communications entails a broad and diverse set of efforts.

ARCHIVES TECHNICIAN

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

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position supports access to archival holdings and control over records, including digitization, reference research, and customer service.

SUPERVISORY LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (D0881P01)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Puerto Rico National Guard is announcing a vacancy for an Army Technician.

SUPERVISORY LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (D0881P01)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Puerto Rico National Guard is announcing a vacancy for an Army Technician.

Cemetery Caretaker

Company: Department of the Army - Arlington National Cemetery

Location: Arlington, Virginia Arlington, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Arlington National Cemetery has served as the nation's premier military cemetery since 1864, honoring those who served in the Armed Forces. The position provides promotion opportunities to eligible candidates.

Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist (Direct Hire)

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - George C. Marshall Space Flight Center

Location: Huntsville, Alabama Huntsville, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

NASA is seeking Communication Deputy Directors at various locations. The scope of the agency's communications entails a broad and diverse set of efforts.

Natural Resource Management Specialist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for a position in the National Ocean Service NOS Office for Coastal Management OCM with one vacancy in Silver Spring MD or Charleston SC.

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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