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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Archives Technician

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois Chicago, Illinois

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job involves working as an Archives Technician at the National Archives and Records Administration, performing duties related to records management, and physically handling materials in a warehouse environment.

SUPERVISORY ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Honolulu, Hawaii

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist. The position is located in the Construction Facilities Maintenance Office in Honolulu, Hawaii.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Alexandria, Alabama Alexandria, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Repairer T32. It is part of the AL UTES 1 National Guard and is an excepted service position.

General Engineer/Physical Scientist (Facility Oversight Program Manager)

Company: Department of Energy - National Nuclear Security Administration

Location: Livermore, California Livermore, California

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This job announcement will close after 75 applications or on the specified date. The successful candidate will manage the Facility Oversight Program as a General EngineerPhysical Scientist.

Maintenance Mechanic

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The primary purpose of the position is to perform building and utility maintenance and operation duties.

RESILIENCE AND RISK REDUCTION PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Pineville, Louisiana Pineville, Louisiana

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Resilience and Risk Reduction Program Specialist.

Chief Recruitment and Outreach Division

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

Location: McLean, Virginia McLean, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The National Counterterrorism Center leads the nation's effort to protect the US from terrorism by integrating and sharing information.

Archives Technician

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

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration serving in organizational units within the Office of Research Services. Incumbents perform work supporting access to archival holdings and physical and intellectual control over records.

General Engineer/Physical Scientist (Facility Representative)

Company: Department of Energy - National Nuclear Security Administration

Location: Livermore, California Livermore, California

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This vacancy announcement is for a General EngineerPhysical Scientist Facility Representative position. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance and contractor oversight on daily operations and activities at nuclear and nonnuclear facilities.

IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Jefferson City, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position. It is a nonbargaining position.

Interdisciplinary Natural Resources Program Manager (Biologist/ Physical Scientist)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Moose, Wyoming Moose, Wyoming

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in Grand Teton National Park in the Science and Resource Management Division. It's a term position with an initial appointment to last at least 13 months.

Science Education Administrator (Staff Associate for STEM Education Policy and Strategy)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Science Foundation

Location: Alexandria, Virginia Alexandria, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The National Science Foundation is seeking qualified candidates for a Science Education Administrator Staff Associate for STEM Education Policy and Strategy.

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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