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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TITLE 32 AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (UH-72A) (MI AASF 1)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Grand Ledge, Michigan Grand Ledge, Michigan

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Title 32 Aircraft Mechanic position in the Michigan Army National Guard.

LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (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 Logistics Management Specialist position in the Utah Army National Guard. The position is open to current onboard employees of the UTARNG.

Supervisory Intelligence and Security Specialist (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 a Supervisory Intelligence and Security Specialist position in the Utah Army National Guard. Priority will be given to current onboard employees.

Safety and Occupational Health Specialist

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

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Gaithersburg, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Department of Commerce has been ranked top 5 in the 2023 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government for the 12th year in a row, showcasing its commitment to employee engagement, satisfaction, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

SUPERVISORY INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY SPECIALIST (INDEF) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Draper, Utah Draper, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This job posting is for a SUPERVISORY INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY SPECIALIST INDEF TITLE 32 Position in the Utah Army National Guard. Priority will be given to current onboard employees.

Senior Program Strategist (International)

Company: National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities - National Endowment for the Humanities

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

NEH is an independent grantmaking agency dedicated to supporting research, education, preservation, and public programs in the humanities.

Engineering Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: North Little Rock, Arkansas North Little Rock, Arkansas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service's Southern Region with one vacancy in Little Rock, AR. The position is also announced under vacancy number NWSSR2412560126 ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

Engineering Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Lubbock, Texas Lubbock, Texas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service's Southern Region with one vacancy in Lubbock, TX. The position is also announced under vacancy number NWSSR2412559430 ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ASSISTANT (OA) (T32)

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

Location: Montgomery, Alabama Montgomery, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard title 32 excepted service position for a Management and Program Assistant. The position is part of the AL 232ND CBCS National Guard.

Administration Support Assistant (OA)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Carlsbad, New Mexico Carlsbad, New Mexico

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job posting is for an administrative position that provides support to leadership and staff. It includes budgeting, acquisition, and property management responsibilities. The posting is open to the first 50 applicants or until a certain date.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Federal Government Civil Service is hiring for a maintenance position at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine in Baltimore, Maryland. The job offers a salary range, but the lowest step of the grade is the only entitlement.

GENERAL ENGINEER (TITLE 5)

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

Location: Nashville, Tennessee Nashville, Tennessee

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a General Engineer Title 5 Position. The vacancy is covered by the Association of Civilian Technicians ACT Chapter 116 Music City Chapter.

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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