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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IT SPECIALIST (DATAMGT) (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 IT Specialist Datamgt T32. The position is part of the AL USPFO National Guard and may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive.

LEAD FIREFIGHTER (TITLE 5)

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

Location: Peoria, Illinois Peoria, Illinois

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Lead Firefighter Title 5 excepted service position.

Supervisory Ecologist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota Rapid City, South Dakota

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position serves as the Supervisory Ecologist for the Northern Great Plains Inventory and Monitoring Network base in Rapid City, South Dakota. The purpose of this position is to design, develop, coordinate, and administer a vegetation ecology program developed for use by the National Park Service and other scientists.

SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE COORDINATOR (SAR WF)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard

Location: Centennial, Colorado Centennial, Colorado

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Coordinator. The position is part of the CO JFHQ National Guard and serves as a coordinator for military civilians and dependents.

Biologist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Thousand Oaks, California Thousand Oaks, California

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in the Pacific West Region and is open to the first 100 applicants.

SUPV HR SPEC (MIL)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Pineville, Louisiana Pineville, Louisiana

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a SUPV HR SPEC MIL Position Description Number T5033000.

Production Controller (TERM) (Title 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Draper, Utah Draper, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Production Controller position in the Utah Army National Guard.

MATERIALS HANDLER

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

Location: Hickam AFB, Hawaii Hickam AFB, Hawaii

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Materials Handler.

Supervisory Physical Science Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Suitland, Maryland Suitland, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service NESDIS Office of Satellite and Product Operations OSPO Mission Operations Division MOD Operations Branch with 2 vacancies in Suitland MD. The position is also announced under vacancy number NESDIS OSPO2412516040ST which is open to Status Candidates.

Chief Resource Management Group

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 Chief Financial Officer leads the development and presentation of the National Intelligence Program budget. The CFO's main responsibilities include resource management, budget analysis, and financial management improvement.

Facility Operations Specialist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Custer, South Dakota Custer, South Dakota

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located at Jewel Cave National Monument in the Maintenance Division.

LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Honolulu, Hawaii

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Logistics Management Specialist. The position is located at Joint Force Headquarters G4 Hawaii Army National Guard in Kapolei, Hawaii.

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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