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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Physicist, AST, Electronics of Materials (Direct Hire)

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - George C. Marshall Space Flight Center

Location: Huntsville, Alabama Huntsville, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job involves working as an AST Physicist in Electronics of Materials, responsible for EEE Parts Engineering of assigned projects, and providing a critical skill set to assure success of the agency programs and projects.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Jericho, Vermont Jericho, Vermont

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job announcement for a Surface Maintenance Mechanic position in the Vermont Army National Guard.

Wildland Firefighter- Direct Hiring Authority

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Saint Marys, Georgia Saint Marys, Georgia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in Cumberland Island National Seashore in the Fire and Aviation Management Division.

FINANCIAL INTERNAL CONTROL ANALYST

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

Location: Camp Murray, Washington Camp Murray, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Financial Internal Control Analyst position in the Washington Air National Guard.

Senior Maritime National GEOINT Officer

Company: Department of Defense - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Location: Springfield, Virginia Springfield, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER

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

Location: Scotia, New York Scotia, New York

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Unit Deployment Manager. It is an indefinite position and does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Homestead, Florida Homestead, Florida

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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FINANCIAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN

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 a financial services technician.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT MANAGER (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Montgomery, Alabama Montgomery, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Equal Employment Manager. The position may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

Lead Hydro-Meteorologist Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Portland, Oregon Portland, Oregon

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Commerce's National Weather Service Western Region Weather Forecast Office in Portland, OR. It is also announced under vacancy number NWS WR OR2412553914ST, which is open to Status Candidates.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT MANAGER (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 position for an Equal Employment Manager. The position is part of the AL HQ AL ANG National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

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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