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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Knowledge Operations (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 Knowledge Operations position in the Utah Air National Guard. The position is open to the public and those willing to join the UTANG.

HR SPEC

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

Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming Cheyenne, Wyoming

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position. The position is for an HR SPEC and is part of the WY 153rd Airlift Wing Wyoming National Guard. Military affiliation is not required.

Congressional Affairs Analyst

Company: Department of the Army - Office of the Chief of the National Guard Bureau

Location: Arlington, Virginia Arlington, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is a TERM Not to Exceed 2 Years Appointment with option for conversion. To be eligible for conversion, employee must complete at least 2 years of current continuous service under a term appointment in the competitive service AND employee must have a current performance rating under such term appointment of at least fully successful or equivalent.

PRODUCTION CONTROLLER (RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Colchester, Vermont Colchester, Vermont

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Production Controller located in Westminster, VT.

PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Colchester, Vermont Colchester, Vermont

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Public Affairs Specialist. The position is a dual announcement also advertised as an Indefinite Title 32 vacancy announcement.

Maintenance Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Homestead, Florida Homestead, Florida

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 100 applicants are received.

Senior Systems and Architecture Analyst

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

Location: Bethesda, Maryland Bethesda, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Policy amp Capabilities Directorate ensures the IC is best postured for the threats and challenges of an uncertain future through strategy policy and capabilities development.

EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST (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 Equipment Specialist. The position is part of the AL SMO National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

TOOLS AND PARTS ATTENDANT (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Birmingham, Alabama Birmingham, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Tools and Parts Attendant. The position is part of the AL AASF 2 National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

PROGRAM SUPPORT SPECIALIST (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Fort Mc Clellan, Alabama Fort Mc Clellan, Alabama

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Program Support Specialist. The position is part of the AL ARNG Training Site and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

OPERATIONS AND TRAINING MANAGER

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Colchester, Vermont Colchester, Vermont

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Operations and Training Manager. It is part of the Camp Ethan Allen Training Site of the Vermont Army National Guard.

IT SPECIALIST (CUSTSPT) (INDEF) (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 National Guard position is open to the public and those in the Utah Air National Guard. The selecting supervisor is SMSgt Sam Blunck.

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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