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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CIVIL ENGINEER (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 Civil Engineer Title 5 excepted service position.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Bridgeton, Missouri Bridgeton, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Mechanic. It is an Indefinite Excepted Service position.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC -((TITLE 32) (DAY SHIFT)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: West Jordan, Utah West Jordan, Utah

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The National Guard is hiring an aircraft mechanic for a day shift position at the Army Aviation Support Facility in West Jordan, Utah. The vacancy priority is for current military members of the Utah Army National Guard. The starting salaries are $2137, $2687, and $3066 for WG05, WG08, and WG10 positions, respectively.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Bridgeton, Missouri Bridgeton, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

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HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY)

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

Location: South Burlington, Vermont South Burlington, Vermont

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Human Resources Specialist. The purpose of this position is to administer and direct the Group Commander's Support Staff functions to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST (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 an Equipment Specialist, a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

AIR SURVEILLANCE SPECIALIST (INSTRUCTOR)

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

Location: Mountain Home, Idaho Mountain Home, Idaho

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Air Surveillance Specialist Instructor. The position is permanent and open to current members of the Idaho National Guard or those eligible for membership.

AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC (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

The National Guard is hiring an Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic in Salt Lake City, Utah. The position is open to the public and may be eligible for a relocation incentive.

AIR BATTLE MANAGER (INSTRUCTOR)

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

Location: Mountain Home, Idaho Mountain Home, Idaho

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an Air Battle Manager Instructor. The position is open to current members of the Idaho National Guard or those eligible for membership.

COMMAND AND CONTROL SPECIALIST

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

Location: Fairchild AFB, Washington Fairchild AFB, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Washington Air National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Bargaining Unit Technician position as a Command and Control Specialist at the 141st Air Refueling Wing in Fairchild AFB, Washington.

Electronics Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Wallops Island, Virginia Wallops Island, Virginia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service NESDIS Office of Satellite and Product Operations OSPO with six vacancies in Wallops Island VA. The position is also announced under vacancy number NESDIS OSPO2412294331ST which is open to Status Candidates.

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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