Sandia National Laboratories envisions being the nation’s premier science and engineering laboratory for national security and technology innovation, dedicated to exceptional service in the national interest.​

Mission

Established in 1949, Sandia’s mission is to render exceptional service in the national interest. This mission encompasses ensuring the U.S. nuclear arsenal is safe, secure, reliable, and can fully support the nation’s deterrence policy. ​

Core Values

Sandia’s core values guide its operations and culture:​

• Serve the Nation: Responding to government requests and anticipating future national security needs. ​

• Deliver with Excellence: Providing superior technical and managerial performance to advance science, engineering, and technology frontiers. ​

• Respect Each Other: Fostering an environment of inclusion, diversity, and respect. ​

• Act with Integrity: Upholding honesty, transparency, and accountability in all actions. ​

• Teamwork: Collaborating across disciplines and organizations to achieve common goals. ​

Strategic Excellence

As a multi-mission laboratory, Sandia addresses a broad spectrum of national security challenges. Beyond its primary role in nuclear weapons stewardship, Sandia contributes to areas such as energy security, defense systems, and climate change mitigation. The laboratory’s commitment to research and development has led to advancements in fields like computational biology, materials science, and alternative energy. ​

Educational Approach

Sandia is dedicated to fostering the next generation of scientists and engineers. Through various educational programs, internships, and collaborations with academic institutions, Sandia provides opportunities for students and professionals to engage in cutting-edge research and development. ​

Join Us

At Sandia National Laboratories, we are more than a research institution—we are a community committed to addressing the nation’s most pressing security challenges through innovation and collaboration. We invite you to join us in our mission to serve the nation through exceptional science and engineering.​