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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HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Jefferson City, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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

SOCIAL WORKER (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Kansas City, Missouri Kansas City, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Social Worker, GS018512, with an indefinite reimbursable excepted service contract.

DIRECTOR OF INSPECTIONS

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

Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota Saint Paul, Minnesota

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is an Excepted Service position in the Minnesota National Guard. Membership in the National Guard is not required for employment. Competitive service employees may apply.

IT Specialist Application Software

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Juneau, Alaska Juneau, Alaska

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service NMFS Alaska Regional Office AKRO Information Services Division ISD with 3 vacancies in Juneau AK. The position is also announced under vacancy number NMFS AKRO2412460893MAP which is open to Status Candidates.

AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Whiteman AFB, Missouri Whiteman AFB, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic. It is a Permanent Excepted Service position.

Aviation Logistics Management Officer (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: West Jordan, Utah West Jordan, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for an Aviation Logistics Management Officer position in the Utah Army National Guard. The position is located in West Jordan, UT and priority will be given to current onboard employees of the UTARNG.

Recreation Fee Technician

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is an open continuous announcement for the National Park Service. It provides a readily available source of applicants when vacancies occur.

Equal Employment Opportunity Manager

Company: Department of Energy - National Nuclear Security Administration

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is part of the National Nuclear Security Administration Department of Energy. A successful candidate will serve as the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager.

Engineering Equipment Operator

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is an open continuous announcement for the National Park Service. It provides a readily available source of applicants when vacancies occur.

Deputy National Intelligence Officer for Emerging and Disruptive Technologies

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 creates a consistent view of intelligence and serves as the Director's principal advisor.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC INSPECTOR (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Mechanic Inspector. It is a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

Engineering Equipment Operator

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is an open continuous announcement for the National Park Service. It provides a readily available source of applicants when vacancies occur.

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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