Jobs at Sandia National Laboratories

991,338 open positions

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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SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC INSPECTOR

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Fort Richardson, Alaska Fort Richardson, Alaska

Posted Sep 27, 2024

The text describes the definition of areas of consideration for the Alaska Army National Guard, including permanent or indefinite technicians, all AKNG members, and other eligible military members.

SOCIAL WORKER (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Posted Sep 27, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Social Worker, GS018512, with an indefinite reimbursable excepted service contract.

Attorney Advisor

Company: Department of Commerce - National Telecommunications and Information Administration

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

Posted Sep 27, 2024

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration is seeking attorney advisors to join its Office of Chief Counsel, providing legal support for efforts to close the digital divide, manage federal spectrum resources, and build a better internet.

Preservationist

Company: Department of the Interior - National Park Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 27, 2024

The purpose of the position is to perform work on conventionaltypical preservation projects for a variety of historic structures. This entails the full gamut of types and includes some new construction, major restoration or rehabilitation, complete stabilization, significant alteration, etc.

SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Winchester, Tennessee Winchester, Tennessee

Posted Sep 27, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Surface Maintenance Mechanic. The vacancy is covered by the Association of Civilian Technicians ACT Chapter 103 Volunteer Chapter.

IT SPECIALIST (CUSTSPT) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Jefferson Barracks, Missouri Jefferson Barracks, Missouri

Posted Sep 27, 2024

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

PROGRAM ANALYST

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Edgewood, Maryland Edgewood, Maryland

Posted Sep 27, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Program Analyst. It is a Title 5 excepted service position.

South Deputy Finance Director

Company: Democratic National Committee

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 27, 2024

The South Deputy Finance Director position is a full-time exempt role that requires travel and has a starting salary of $70,000. The job involves supporting the execution of fundraising events, managing donor relationships, and performing research to identify new major donors.

Division Director, Division of Graduate Education

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - National Science Foundation

Location: Alexandria, Virginia Alexandria, Virginia

Posted Sep 27, 2024

The position is for the Division Director of Graduate Education in the Directorate for STEM Education.

Leadership and Party Affairs Operations Manager

Company: Democratic National Committee

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 27, 2024

The Leadership and Party Affairs Operations Manager is a full-time exempt position that requires a strong sense of personal initiative, respect for confidentiality, and ability to balance multiple tasks. The role involves managing operational projects, coordinating meetings, and developing department file management systems. The position requires a bachelor's degree or 4 years of experience in an office environment and is based in Washington DC.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (TITLE 32)

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

Location: Whiteman AFB, Missouri Whiteman AFB, Missouri

Posted Sep 27, 2024

The text describes National Guard title 32 excepted service positions, including a human resources specialist role with a temporary vacancy.

SOCIAL WORKER (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Springfield, Missouri Springfield, Missouri

Posted Sep 27, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Social Worker, GS018512, with an indefinite reimbursable excepted service contract.

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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