Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

991,275 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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PROGRAM ANALYST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Topeka, Kansas Topeka, Kansas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Program Analyst.

Electronics Mechanic

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located at Independence National Historical Park in the Facility Management Division. The selectee is entitled to the lowest step of the grade for which selected.

Training 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.

PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Camp Mabry, Texas Camp Mabry, Texas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Joint Force HeadquartersTX Public Affairs Office in Austin, Texas. The incumbent is responsible for public community and media relations within the state and supervising staff.

Administrative Support Assistant (OA)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position provides administrative support to leadership and staff, including budgeting, acquisition, and property management.

FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR (T32)

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

Location: Birmingham, Alabama Birmingham, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Fuel Distribution System Operator. The position is part of the AL 117th Air Refueling Wing National Guard.

Asia Counterterrorism Analyst

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.

FIREFIGHTER (HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECH/BASIC LIFE SUPPORT) (TITLE 5)

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

Location: Peoria, Illinois Peoria, Illinois

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a FIREFIGHTER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHBASIC LIFE SUPPORT TITLE 5 Position. It is part of the IL 182 AW National Guard.

Wildland Firefighter (Fuels)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Tupelo, Mississippi Tupelo, Mississippi

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in Natchez Trace Parkway in the Aviation Management Program in the Ranger Operations Division. It is a career conditional permanent position open to the first 100 applicants.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: New York, New York New York, New York

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The text describes a job vacancy in the Maintenance Division for the Manhattan Sites in the New York metropolitan area. It mentions the salary range and the entitlement to the lowest step of the grade for which selected.

AUDITOR

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Bismarck, North Dakota Bismarck, North Dakota

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position. Military membership is not required. The position is for an auditor and is part of the USPFO National Guard.

Data Research Analyst (Data and Analytics Officer)

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 Data Research Analyst Data and Analytics Officer within the Directorate for Engineering ENG in Alexandria VA.

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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