Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

991,219 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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IT Specialist - CUSTSUPT (INDEF) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Draper, Utah Draper, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for an IT Specialist position in the Utah Army National Guard. The position is open to current onboard employees of the UTARNG.

SUPERVISORY SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (TERM) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Bluffdale, Utah Bluffdale, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a SUPERVISORY SUPPLY TECHNICIAN TERM TITLE 32 position with the Utah Army National Guard. Priority will be given to current onboard employees.

Deputy Director_CTIIC Office of Analytic Integration

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

Location: McLean, Virginia McLean, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Cyber Threat Intelligence Integration Center is responsible for integrating IC collection and analysis on cyber intelligence issues and for coordinating and supporting the IC in providing accurate timely comprehensive support to national policy and decision makers.

National Intelligence Officer for Economic Issues

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

Location: McLean, Virginia McLean, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence creates a consistent view of intelligence and serves as the Director's principal advisor.

Biological Science Technician

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Titusville, Florida Titusville, Florida

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job posting is for a term position in the Resource Management Division of Canaveral National Seashore. The position is open to the first 100 applicants and will be considered until the closing date. The job does not convey permanent status in the Federal service.

SUPERVISORY FACILITY DESIGN and PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPEC (TEMP) (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Draper, Utah Draper, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a SUPERVISORY FACILITY DESIGN and PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPEC TEMP TITLE 5 Position in the Utah Army National Guard. Priority will be given to current onboard employees.

PERSONNEL SECURITY SPECIALIST (T5)

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

Location: Hickam AFB, Hawaii Hickam AFB, Hawaii

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Personnel Security Specialist. The position is located at the 154th Wing Hawaii Air National Guard Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.

LIBRARIAN (REFERENCE LEAD)

Company: Department of Defense - National Defense University

Location: Fort McNair, District of Columbia Fort McNair, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

National Defense University NDU provides Joint Professional Military Education to develop leaders for the US Armed Forces and select others.

Policy Advisor

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located within the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, with 1 vacancy in Washington DC. The position is also announced under another vacancy number and is open to Status Candidates.

Preservationist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri Saint Louis, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The text describes the entitlement of a selectee to the lowest step of a grade in the Federal Government Civil Service. It also mentions that a salary range displayed on a vacancy does not grant an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Huntsville, Alabama Huntsville, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Repairer T32. The position is part of the AL UTES 3 National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

DATA SCIENTIST

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

Location: McLean, Virginia McLean, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Chief Operating Officer (COO) oversees the ODNI enterprise, including business operations, human resources, finance, and information technology.

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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