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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Resource Analyst

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.

Laborer

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Macon, Georgia Macon, Georgia

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 and the salary range is not guaranteed. The application deadline is 09302024 or until the first 100 applicants.

Supervisory Physical Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for a position in the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service NESDIS National Centers for Environmental Information NCEI Data Stewardship Division DSD with one vacancy in either Asheville NC Boulder CO Silver Spring MD or Stennis Space CTR MS.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (INFORMATION SYSTEMS/MILITARY) 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 Human Resources Specialist. The position is part of the IL 182 AW National Guard.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST - TITLE 5

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Frankfort, Kentucky Frankfort, Kentucky

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Environmental Protection Specialist.

FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) 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 FIREFIGHTER CREW CHIEFDRIVER OPERATOR. It is a Title 5 excepted service position.

TRAINING TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Jefferson Barracks, Missouri Jefferson Barracks, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a GS1702040506 TRAINING TECHNICIAN TITLE 32. It is an Indefinite Excepted Service position.

Supervisory General Engineer/Supervisory Physical Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Wallops Island, Virginia Wallops Island, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice for the Operations Branch Chief position in the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service NESDIS Office of Satellite amp Product Operations OSPO with one vacancy in Wallops Island VA.

Botanist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: McLean, Virginia McLean, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located at George Washington Memorial Parkway in the Resource Division.

MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ASSISTANT (OA) 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 title 5 excepted service position. The position is for a management and program assistant.

MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT (TITLE 5)

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

Location: Scott AFB, Illinois Scott AFB, Illinois

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position. The position is for a management assistant and is part of the IL 126 National Guard.

TRAINING TECHNICIAN (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 Training Technician. It is an Indefinite Excepted Service position.

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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