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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Gardener

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

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Gaithersburg, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position involves inspecting and maintaining trees and shrubs, performing pruning and pest management, and operating various landscaping and maintenance equipment.

Administrative Support Assistant

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Norman, Oklahoma Norman, Oklahoma

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Weather Service's Radar Operations Center in Norman, OK. It is also announced under vacancy number NWSOBS2412549035 ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Company: Department of Health and Human Services - National Institutes of Health

Location: Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and The Department of Transfusion Medicine are seeking multiple candidates for Clinical Laboratory Scientists in various specialty areas.

Security Guard

Company: Department of the Army - Arlington National Cemetery

Location: Arlington County, Virginia Arlington County, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is for a Security Guard with Arlington National Cemetery, a prestigious military cemetery honoring those who served in the Armed Forces. The competition for Security Guard positions is restricted to persons entitled to veterans preference.

HEALTH TECHNICIAN (D2061000)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Salinas, Puerto Rico Salinas, Puerto Rico

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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

Archeologist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Grand Canyon, Arizona Grand Canyon, Arizona

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in Grand Canyon National Park in the Science and Resource Management Division. It is a term position with an initial appointment lasting at least 13 months.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (RECRUITMENT & PLACEMENT/COMP)(NGT59105000)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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Strategy Management Officer

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

Location: Bethesda, Maryland Bethesda, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Policy amp Capabilities Directorate ensures the IC is best postured for the threats and challenges of an uncertain future through strategy policy and capabilities development.

FAMILY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota Saint Paul, Minnesota

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is an Excepted Service position in the MN National Guard. Membership in the National Guard is not required. Competitive service employees may apply and will be converted to Excepted service if hired.

SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION SPECIALIST (PREV WF)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Camp Murray, Washington Camp Murray, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Washington National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Technician position. The job is located in Washington and is a temporary excepted service position.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (RECRUITMENT & PLACEMENT/COMP)(NGT59105000)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The text appears to be a job announcement for the Puerto Rico Army National Guard.

Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic Leader

Company: Department of Health and Human Services - National Institutes of Health

Location: Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The NIH Office of Research Facilities is looking for an electronic industrial controls mechanic to join their Division of Technical Resources. The role involves overseeing other mechanics and requires experience with electronic precision measurement equipment and complex electronic sensing and control systems.

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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