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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Wildland Firefighter (Wildland Fire Module Lead Crewmember) Direct Hire Authority

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Marble Falls, Arkansas Marble Falls, Arkansas

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located at Buffalo National River Fire and Aviation Management FAM Division. The incumbent serves as a Type 1 or Type 2 Wildland Fire Module Lead Crewmember, requiring strategic and tactical operations skills, technological skills, and basic planning skills.

SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Lebanon, Missouri Lebanon, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a GS2005040506 Supply Technician Title 32. It is an Indefinite Excepted Service position.

TRAINING TECHNICIAN (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 Training Technician, a Permanent Excepted Service position.

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTER (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Whiteman AFB, Missouri Whiteman AFB, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Nondestructive Tester. It is a permanent excepted service position.

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

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PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Helena, Montana Helena, Montana

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job announcement for a Psychological Health Program Manager position in the MT Army National Guard. The position is an excepted service nonbargaining unit position and may have incentives available. The selecting official is MAJ Koeppen.

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.

SOCIAL WORKER T5

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Social Worker T5.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Springfield, Missouri Springfield, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a GS0203040506 Human Resources Assistant Military Title 32. It is an Indefinite Excepted Service position.

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.

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.

IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Jefferson Barracks, Missouri Jefferson Barracks, Missouri

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an IT Specialist Network Title 32, a temporary vacancy in the Excepted Service.

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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