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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AIRCRAFT MECHANIC

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Aircraft Mechanic. The position is part of the PA Eastern Army Aviation Training Site National Guard.

SOCIAL WORKER T5

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

Location: Tucson, Arizona Tucson, Arizona

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Social Worker T5 with an indefinite appointment and potential conversion to permanent.

IT SPECIALIST (POLICY AND PLANNING/ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE)

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

Location: Rome, New York Rome, New York

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard job posting for an IT Specialist position. The job is an excepted service position and is not open to annuitants.

Exhibits Specialist (Lighting Specialist)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Gallery of Art

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is responsible for electrical work in exhibition galleries, public spaces, and special events. The incumbent supports lighting installation and maintenance.

Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Helicopter Program Manager) Direct Hire Authority

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in Alaska's Fire and Aviation Management Division, with possible duty locations in Denali Park, Fairbanks, or Anchorage. The role supports an exclusive use helicopter program based out of Denali National Park.

PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR (GPC)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico Santa Fe, New Mexico

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position. You may be eligible for a Recruitment or Relocation incentive. The position is part of the NM USPFO Contracting Office National Guard.

MACHINIST (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Memphis, Tennessee Memphis, Tennessee

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Machinist Title 32 excepted service position. The vacancy is covered by the Association of Civilian Technicians ACT Chapter 115 Pyramid on the River Chapter.

ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

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

Location: Sioux City, Iowa Sioux City, Iowa

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Iowa Air National Guard is hiring for a Title 32 Excepted Service Position. The position is restricted to current Military members of the Air National Guard, Air Reserves, or Air Force willing and eligible to become a member of the Iowa Air National Guard. The location is 185th ARW in Sioux City, Iowa.

SUPPLY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Camp Murray, Washington Camp Murray, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Supply Management Specialist position in the Washington Army National Guard.

FIREFIGHTER (TITLE 5)

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

Location: Louisville, Tennessee Louisville, Tennessee

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard title 5 excepted service position for a FIREFIGHTER. The vacancy is covered by Association of Civilian Technicians ACT Chapter 114 Smoky Mountain Chapter.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee Knoxville, Tennessee

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Aircraft Mechanic. The vacancy is covered by the Association of Civilian Technicians ACT Chapter 114 Smoky Mountain Chapter.

IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK SERVICES/SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION)

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

Location: Rome, New York Rome, New York

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard IT Specialist position with a job description and requirements.

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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