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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SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Moberly, Missouri Moberly, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Supply Technician, a GS2005040506 position, with appointment factors including permanence and bargaining.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Fulton, Missouri Fulton, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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

TITLE 32 ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC (MI 191st MXS)

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

Location: Selfridge ANG Base, Michigan Selfridge ANG Base, Michigan

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Title 32 Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic position in the Michigan Air National Guard.

MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR (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 Motor Vehicle Operator. The primary purpose is to transport supplies and equipment using wheeled vehicles.

SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) (Title 32)

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

Location: Dallas, Texas Dallas, Texas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located at the 254 CCG in Dallas, TX, and involves serving as a full deputy to the Combat Communications Group Commander, as well as providing first-level supervisory responsibilities for the Operations staff members.

AUDITOR (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Springfield, Illinois Springfield, Illinois

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position. The position is for an auditor and is part of the IL USPFO National Guard.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Columbia, Missouri Columbia, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Human Resources Specialist. It is a Permanent Excepted Service position.

TOOLS AND PARTS ATTENDANT (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Raytown, Missouri Raytown, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Tools and Parts Attendant, a Permanent Excepted Service position.

Archives Specialist

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Archives and Records Administration

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The White House Liaison Division provides technical assistance to White House staff on records creation, management, and disposition of Presidential records.

HEALTH TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Whiteman AFB, Missouri Whiteman AFB, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Health Technician, GS064007, with appointment factors and conditions of employment.

PRODUCTION CONTROLLER (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Jefferson City, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Production Controller, a GS115207 excepted service position.

Strategy Management Officer

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.

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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