Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

991,338 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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Interdisciplinary (Program Director)

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 an Interdisciplinary Program Director position within the Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering CISE Office of Advanced Cyberinfrastructure OAC in Alexandria VA.

IT Specialist (Applications Software)

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service Southeast Regional Office Sustainable Fisheries Division. It is a data management position with one vacancy that may be filled in St Petersburg FL, Pascagoula MS, or Galveston TX.

Interdisciplinary (Program Director)

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 an Interdisciplinary Program Director position within the Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering CISE Office of Advanced Cyberinfrastructure OAC in Alexandria VA.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Nevada, Missouri Nevada, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Human Resources Assistant. It is an Indefinite Excepted Service position.

IT SPECIALIST (POLICY AND PLANNING) Title 32

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

Location: Dallas, Texas Dallas, Texas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is part of the 254 CCG on Hensley Field in Dallas TX. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an information technology IT specialist and consultant to management in support of installation IT policy and plans.

HR ASST (MILITARY)

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

Location: Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a HR ASST MILITARY role.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Columbia, South Carolina Columbia, South Carolina

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Guidance Counselor position in the South Carolina Army National Guard.

Program Director (Computer Scientist)

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 Program Director Computer Science position.

Wildlife Biologist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Anchorage, Alaska Anchorage, Alaska

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is open to Merit PromotionStatus Candidates and those with Special Hiring Authorities under announcement number AK1537LACL2412547012ST.

Budget 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 is a job posting for a position with the National Guard Bureau Chief of Staff Financial Management in Arlington, VA.

Deputy Manager Savannah River Field Office

Company: Department of Energy - National Nuclear Security Administration

Location: Aiken, South Carolina Aiken, South Carolina

Posted Sep 29, 2024

NNSA is building careers in engineering science and national security, where contributions make a difference.

GENERAL ENGINEERING

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

Location: Reno, Nevada Reno, Nevada

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a General Engineer at an Air National Guard Wing.

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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