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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SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Farmington, Missouri Farmington, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a GS2005040506 Supply Technician Title 32. It is a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

Folk and Traditional Arts Director

Company: National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities - National Endowment for the Arts

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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Director for Policy, Programs, and Planning

Company: Department of Commerce - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Gaithersburg, Maryland

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Director for Policy Programs and Planning reports directly to the NIST Chief of Staff and is responsible for leading and coordinating NIST's strategic planning, budget development, and engagement with key partners.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (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. It is a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Cape Girardeau, Missouri Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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SUPV HR SPEC (MILITARY) - TITLE 5

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Marietta, Georgia Marietta, Georgia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a full-time Excepted Permanent position for a Supervisor HR Spec Military Position in Marietta, Georgia, open to all United States Citizens.

Maintenance and Operations Worker

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Gustavus, Alaska Gustavus, Alaska

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in the Maintenance Division. It's a seasonal appointment that provides benefits but not year-round work.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY) (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 GS0203040506 Human Resources Assistant Military Title 32. It is a permanent excepted service position.

TOOLS AND PARTS ATTENDANT (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Cape Girardeau, Missouri Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Tools and Parts Attendant, a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Wenatchee, Washington Wenatchee, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Quality Assurance Specialist position in the Washington Army National Guard.

AIRPLANE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Memphis, Tennessee Memphis, Tennessee

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is an Air National Guard Title 32 excepted service position for an Airplane Flight Instructor. The vacancy is covered by the Association of Civilian Technicians ACT Chapter 115 Pyramid on the River Chapter.

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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