What you need to know
Each year, Sandians across the Labs are recognized for their contributions in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics as well as their commitment to inclusion and diversity, and their involvement in both Sandia and personal community initiatives. Students and professionals from all over the country come together to recognize these achievements, share their respective experiences, participate in career and leadership development seminars, and network with others, developing long standing professional and personal connections.
We value the determination of each of these award recipients and congratulate them on their well-deserved achievements.
Visit the Professional Recognition and Leadership Program Nominations site for more information on:
- Award criteria
- Online nomination forms
- View past winners and nominees
- Leadership Program Nominations
National Diversity Award Recipients
Christian O’Gorman
Org: 7200 | Weapons Stockpile Management
Title: Director, R&D Science and Engineering
Years at SNL: 28
AISES Category: 2022 Executive Excellence Award
Bishnu Khanal
Org: 1851 | Materials Mechanics & Tribology
Title: Manager, R & D Science and Engineering
Years at SNL: 4
AAEOY Category: 2022 Most Promising Engineer of the Year
Gerard Bennett
Org: 5449 | Autonomy for Hypersonics
Title: R&D S&E, Aeronautical Engineering
Years at SNL: 2
BEYA Category: 2022 Modern Day Technology Leader Outstanding Achievement Award
Muhammad El
Org: 7566 | FENG & ELNG Value Stream
Title: R&D, Science and Engineering
Years at SNL: 27
BEYA Category: 2022 Science Spectrum Trailblazer Award
Tyler Garrett
Org: 2925 | Tester & Comp Surety Engineering
Title: R&D S&E, Systems Engineering
Years at SNL: 11
BEYA Category: 2022 Science Spectrum Trailblazer Outstanding Achievement Award
Patrice Gregory
Org: 2929 | Subsys/Comp & COTS Surety Engineering
Title: R&D S&E, Systems Engineering
Years at SNL: 10
BEYA Category: 2022 Science Spectrum Trailblazer Outstanding Achievement Award
Joshua James
Org: 2925 | Tester & Comp Surety Engineering
Title: R&D S&E Systems Engineering
Years at SNL: 7
BEYA Category: 2022 Science Spectrum Trailblazer Outstanding Achievement Award
Chris Jenkins
Org: 5627 | System Security Research
Title: R& D S &E, Cybersecurity
Years at SNL: 10
BEYA Category: 2022 Research Leadership Outstanding Achievement Award
LaTonya Jenkins
Org: 8925 | Energy Water Systems Integration
Title: R&D S&E, Systems Research Analysis
Years at SNL: 10
BEYA Category: 2022 Science Spectrum Trailblazer Outstanding Achievement Award
Karla Morris
Org: 8741 | Digital Foundations & Maths
Title: R&D S&E, Computer Science
Years at SNL: 11
BEA Category: 2022 Most Promising Scientist in Government Award
Mark Onuigbo
Org: 7625 | Strategic Firing Subsystems
Title: R&D S&E, Systems Engineering
Years at SNL: 9
BEYA Category: 2022 Modern Day Technology Leader Outstanding Achievement Award
James Taylor
Org: 1354 | EM Systems Engineering & Quality
Title: R&D Engineering Support Technologist
Years at SNL: 5
BEYA Category: 2022 Modern Day Technology Leader Outstanding Achievement Award
Heather Spalding
Org: 10652 | Business Operations
Title: Business Management Professional
Years at SNL: 6
Careers and the disABLED: Employee of the Year
Clinton Stimpson
Org: 1543 | Simulation Modeling Sciences
Title: R&D S&E, Computer Science
Years at SNL: 4
Careers and the disABLED: Employee of the Year
Frank Del Rio
Org: 1851| Materials Mechanics & Tribology
Title: R & D, S & E Materials Science
Years at SNL: 2
HENAAC Category: 2022 Outstanding Technical Achievement Award
Rudy Garcia
Org: 6332| Mission Engineering & Analysis
Title: R & D, S & E, Computer Science
Years at SNL: 24
SHPE Category: 2022 Hispanic in Technology – Government Star Award
Hongyou Fan
Org: 8915 | Geochemistry
Title: R&D Science and Engineering
Years at SNL: 22
SASE Category: 2022 Career Achievement Award
Nedra Bonal
Org: 1912 | Office of R & D Excellence
Title: Manager, R & D Science and Engineering
Years at SNL: 14
SWE Category: 2022 Patent Recognition Award
Tina Nenoff
Org: 1800 | Material, Physical & Chemical Sciences
Title: R & D S&E, Materials Science
Years at SNL: 29
SWE Category: 2022 Career Achievement Award
Yuliya Preger
Org: 8811 | Energy Storage Tech & Systems
Title: R & D S & E Chemical Engineering
Years at SNL: 4
SWE Category: 2022 Rising Technical Contributor Award
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Recognizing Excellence
An annual opportunity to honor individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions to Sandia’s success.
National Diversity Awards
Sandians are recognized for their contributions in their respective field as well as their commitment to inclusion and diversity.
Thunderbird Kudos are aligned to the Sandia Behaviors and are a fast and easy way to thank someone, and to let their manager know what a great job their people are doing.