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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Talent Acquisition Partner

Company: National University

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 28, 2024

National University System is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition professional to recruit top talent for various positions. The role involves developing local and national recruiting plans, sourcing and recruiting candidates, and ensuring the attraction and employment of top talent.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Neosho, Missouri Neosho, Missouri

Posted Sep 28, 2024

The text describes National Guard title 32 excepted service positions, including a surface maintenance repairer job. The positions are permanent and bargaining.

Police Officer (Title 32)

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

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

Posted Sep 28, 2024

This National Guard position is for a Police Officer Title 32 Position Description Number D2499P01and is part of the 151st SFS located in Salt Lake City with the Utah Air National Guard. The vacancy is open to the public and those in the UTANG or willing to join.

AIRPLANE PILOT

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

Location: Belle Chasse, Louisiana Belle Chasse, Louisiana

Posted Sep 28, 2024

This is a job posting for a National Guard position, requiring pilots to fly airplanes. The position is open to Officer, Warrant Officer, and Enlisted members of the Louisiana National Guard, as well as those eligible for immediate membership.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (T32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Dyess AFB, Texas Dyess AFB, Texas

Posted Sep 28, 2024

This position is located at Dyess AFB in Abilene, TX, and involves supervising workers to accomplish work of great scope and complexity. The job also mentions Texas having no state income tax.

Enrollment Advisor I- Spectrum (on-site)

Company: National University

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 28, 2024

The Enrollment Advisor position is responsible for recruitment communications, assisting prospective students, and facilitating the admissions process. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, and a positive working attitude.

Salesforce Omnichannel Administrator

Company: National University

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 28, 2024

The Salesforce Omnichannel Administrator position is responsible for administering and maintaining the Salesforce Omnichannel and Marketing Cloud platform. The position requires experience with AI Chat Live Agent Chat Email SMS and CRM within the Salesforce and Marketing cloud platforms, as well as knowledge of Salesforce Marketing Cloud SFMC aka Exact Target.

Future Needs Student Resume Repository

Company: Department of Defense - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 28, 2024

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OCA-ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

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

Location: Forbes AFB, Kansas Forbes AFB, Kansas

Posted Sep 28, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an OCAELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC. The position is part of the KS 190 Air Refueling Wing National Guard and supports several National Guard wings throughout the Midwest.

Electronics Technician

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 28, 2024

This position is located in the Office of Marine and Aviation Operations with 10 vacancies in various locations. The position is also announced under another vacancy number and is open to Status Candidates.

IT SPECIALIST (CUSTSPT) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Jefferson Barracks, Missouri Jefferson Barracks, Missouri

Posted Sep 28, 2024

This is a National Guard position for an IT Specialist Custspt, a GS221011 title 32 position.

Senior Software Engineer - Full Stack

Company: HRL Laboratories

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 28, 2024

HRL is looking for a full stack developer to help develop quantum information technologies. The job requires experience with JavaScript, Python, and frontend frameworks. The company offers a competitive total compensation and benefits package.

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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