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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Chief Administrative Law Judge

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Transportation Safety Board

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is in the Office of Administrative Law Judges National Transportation Safety Board. The Chief Administrative Law Judge serves and provides administrative guidance and direction to all subordinates.

Mechanical Engineer - Facilities - Experienced Level (Utah)

Company: Department of Defense - National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Location: Bluffdale, Utah Bluffdale, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

As an Engineering and Physical Science professional, you will use your skills to create systems and tools to enhance the operation of intelligence, advising, administering, and performing projects.

SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (INVENTORY MANAGEMENT) (Title 5)

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

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas Fort Smith, Arkansas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Supply Technician in Inventory Management.

Wildland Firefighter - Direct Hire Authority

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Whiskeytown, California Whiskeytown, California

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The DOI is hiring for various positions within the Wildland Fire and Aviation Division, including Assistant Engine Captain and Squad Leader roles. These positions are nonsupervisory and non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.

BUDGET ANALYST (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 Budget Analyst position in the Utah Army National Guard.

Public Safety Dispatcher

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico San Juan, Puerto Rico

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The text describes the locations of four term positions at the San Juan National Historic Site, which also serves the Christiansted National Historic Site and the Virgin Islands National Park. The interagency dispatch center provides support for these parks and law enforcement.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) (Title 5)

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

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas Fort Smith, Arkansas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Information Technology Specialist. The position is a Title 5 excepted service position and is part of the AR ANG 188 ISQ SQ National Guard.

Translator

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

Location: Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The National Institutes of Health Library is hiring a Translator to work on impactful projects with a dynamic team. The job involves collaborating with researchers and policymakers to provide translation services.

BUDGET ANALYST (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 Budget Analyst position in the Utah Army National Guard.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is in the Maintenance Division at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine in Baltimore, Maryland. The selectee is entitled to the lowest step of the grade for which selected.

Mechanical Engineer - Facilities - Entry to Experienced Level (Maryland)

Company: Department of Defense - National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Location: Fort Meade, Maryland Fort Meade, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

As an Engineering and Physical Science professional, you will use your skills to create systems and tools to enhance the operation of intelligence, advising, administering, and performing projects.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Baker, Nevada Baker, Nevada

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Career seasonal appointments are permanent positions that do not provide year-round work. They are open to the first 101 applicants and will be in a nonpay status for the remainder of the year.

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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