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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TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

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 position for a Telecommunications Specialist. The position is located in Eastern Air Defense Sector and is an excepted service position.

GEOINT Hybrid Analyst

Company: Department of Defense - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

GEOINT Hybrid Analysts analyze and interpret spatial data to support US military and policymaker interests. They combine geospatial data and imagery analysis to characterize events, discover relationships, and trends, and produce geospatial intelligence.

Physical Science Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Boulder, Colorado Boulder, Colorado

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA Office of Under Secretary with five vacancies in Boulder CO. It is also announced under vacancy number UNSEC OSC2412527417ST which is open to Status Candidates.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Rolla, Missouri Rolla, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a GS0203040506 Human Resources Assistant Military Title 32. It is a permanent excepted service position.

Manager, Rocket Propulsion Test Office

Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Headquarters, NASA

Location: Stennis Space Center, Mississippi Stennis Space Center, Mississippi

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The text describes the responsibilities of a manager in the rocket propulsion test program, including managing assets and capabilities at various facilities.

Park Project Specialist Liaison - LRF

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Towson, Maryland Towson, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position supports the National Park Service in managing and maintaining facilities. The incumbent will work on funded projects and provide project management expertise.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY) (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 position for a Human Resources Assistant. It is a Title 5 excepted service position.

POLICE OFFICER (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Saint Joseph, Missouri Saint Joseph, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

These are National Guard title 32 excepted service positions for police officers in the 139th Airlift Wing.

Management and Program Analyst

Company: Department of the Army - Office of the Chief of the National Guard Bureau

Location: Arlington, Virginia Arlington, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is a TERM Not to Exceed 2 Years Appointment with option for conversion. To be eligible for conversion, employee must complete at least 2 years of current continuous service under a term appointment in the competitive service AND employee must have a current performance rating under such term appointment of at least fully successful or equivalent.

Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operating)

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Kula, Hawaii Kula, Hawaii

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 for which selected. The application deadline is 10082024 or until the first 125 applicants are received.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Company: Department of Defense - National Defense University

Location: Fort McNair, District of Columbia Fort McNair, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

National Defense University NDU provides Joint Professional Military Education to develop leaders for the US Armed Forces and select others.

SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Sheet Metal Mechanic position in the Utah Air National Guard. The position is open to the public and those willing to join the UTANG.

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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