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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General Engineer, AST, Experimental Facility Development (Direct Hire)

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - John F. Kennedy Space Center

Location: Kennedy Space Center, Florida Kennedy Space Center, Florida

Posted Sep 29, 2024

As an AST Experimental Facility Development Engineer, you will provide expertise in managing technical engineering processes and serve as a project engineer for special and advanced projects.

Manager, Rocket Propulsion Test Office

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Headquarters, NASA

Location: Stennis Space Center, Mississippi Stennis Space Center, Mississippi

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The text describes the responsibilities of a manager in the rocket propulsion test program, including managing assets and capabilities at various facilities.

CONTRACT SPECIALIST (T5)

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 a Contract Specialist T5. The position is part of the AL USPFO National Guard.

Director for Policy, Programs, and Planning

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

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Gaithersburg, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Director for Policy Programs and Planning reports directly to the NIST Chief of Staff and is responsible for leading and coordinating NIST's strategic planning, budget development, and engagement with key partners.

PROGRAM MANAGER (DEPUTY MISSION SUPPORT OFFICER) (Title 32)

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

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Program Manager Deputy Mission Support Officer. The position is part of the OK 137th Special Operations Wing Oklahoma Air National Guard.

SUPV HR SPEC (MILITARY) - TITLE 5

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Marietta, Georgia Marietta, Georgia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a full-time Excepted Permanent position for a Supervisor HR Spec Military Position in Marietta, Georgia, open to all United States Citizens.

GEOINT Hybrid Analyst

Company: Department of Defense - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

GEOINT Hybrid Analysts analyze and interpret spatial data to support US military and policymaker interests. They combine geospatial data and imagery analysis to characterize events, discover relationships, and trends, and produce geospatial intelligence.

POWERED SUPPORT SYS MECH SUPV (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a POWERED SUPPORT SYS MECH SUPV TITLE 32 Position in the Utah Air National Guard. The vacancy is open to current military members of the Utah Air National Guard.

Archeologist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Coulee Dam, Washington Coulee Dam, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area in the Pacific West Region.

Social Worker (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Draper, Utah Draper, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The National Guard is hiring a Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work from an accredited institution. Priority will be given to current onboard employees of the UTNG.

Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operating)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Kula, Hawaii Kula, Hawaii

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job posting is for a Federal Government Civil Service position. The selectee will receive the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The application deadline is 10082024 or until the first 125 applicants are received.

Intelligence Educator

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

Location: McLean, Virginia McLean, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Chief Operating Officer (COO) oversees the ODNI enterprise, including business operations, human resources, finance, and information technology.

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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