## [Homepage](/homepage) /sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2023-10/www-hero-1%281%29.jpg?itok=gH3BA_U6 /sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2023-10/www-hero-2%281%29.jpg?itok=7rHEF7PF /sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2023-10/www-hero-3%281%29.jpg?itok=ljE_LGez # LAWRENCE LIVERMORE NATIONAL LABORATORY ## **Science** and **Technology** on a **Mission** At Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, the realm of what’s possible is only bounded by the questions we’re willing to ask. Our multidisciplinary teams pursue big ideas using innovative science and technology to meet our national security mission and make the world a better place. ## Our Mission-Driven Work For more than 70 years, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has applied science and technology (S&T) to make the world a safer place. While keeping our crucial mission-driven commitments in mind, we apply cutting-edge S&T to achieve breakthroughs in nuclear deterrence, nonproliferation, energy security, defense and intelligence. ## Our Latest News var domain_url = "https://contenthub.llnl.gov"; [See All Latest News](https://www.llnl.gov/news) ## Our Organizations Each of our organizations provides special expertise required to excel in our national security mission. Bright minds in a variety of fields work together in multidisciplinary teams to address important national issues. At LLNL, everyone contributes to mission success. ![computing](/sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2021-11/LLNL-homepage-our-programs-computing%402x.png?itok=meFkhjQ5) ### [Computing](https://computing.llnl.gov/) With some of the world’s most powerful supercomputers, complex simulations and leading-edge machine learning, Computing collaborates across the Laboratory and beyond. ![global security](/sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2021-11/LLNL-homepage-our-programs-gs.jpg?itok=ux4vtbdE) ### [Global Security](https://gs.llnl.gov/) Global Security’s deep expertise applies to a broad portfolio of national security challenges. From energy security and military technology to weapons of mass destruction and intelligence, the Global Security directorate anticipates, innovates and delivers. ![Man inspecting cable](/sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2023-03/llnl-homepage-our-programs-ob.jpg?itok=ZWr7Vs1z) ### [Operations and Business](https://www.llnl.gov/about/organizations/operations-business) Operations and Business provides the many services needed to run a large laboratory: Business, Environment, Safety and Health, Human Resources, Infrastructure and Operations, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Project Management Office and Security Organization. ![Scientist standing by weaponhead](/sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2021-11/LLNL-homepage-our-programs-wci.jpg?itok=hnsDTCGk) ### [Strategic Deterrence](https://sd.llnl.gov/) Strategic Deterrence strengthens national security through innovations in science and engineering to sustain a safe, secure and effective nuclear deterrent. Pioneering research, engineering and technology are being applied to rebuild and modernize the stockpile. ![Engineering](/sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2021-11/LLNL-homepage-our-programs-engineering.jpg?itok=ZVLenISb) ### [Engineering](https://engineering.llnl.gov/) The Engineering directorate is a collaborative, multidisciplinary organization focused on achieving scientific and engineering breakthroughs in areas vital to our national security missions — from nuclear security and deterrence to cybersecurity to renewable energy. ![NIF & Photon Science](/sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2021-11/LLNL-homepage-our-programs-nif.jpg?itok=R4IAki8S) ### [National Ignition Facility and Photon Science](https://lasers.llnl.gov/) With the world’s largest and highest-energy laser system, NIF and Photon Science spearheads inertial confinement fusion and high energy density science; develops advanced laser, optical, target and diagnostic systems; and applies its capabilities to vital national security solutions. ![Technician adjusting equipment](/sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2023-01/about-our-organizations-pls.jpg?itok=MdFPkKzk) ### [Physical and Life Sciences](https://pls.llnl.gov/) The Physical and Life Sciences (PLS) directorate delivers scientific expertise and solutions to support the Laboratory’s missions. PLS researchers use the latest models, capabilities and technologies to tackle large and complex scientific challenges ranging from biological threats to nuclear security. ![Scientist standing next to machine in facility](https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/styles/orig/public/2023-03/llnl-homepage-our-world-class-facilities.png?itok=h-1v8Jez "llnl-homepage-our-world-class-facilities") ## Our World-Class Facilities LLNL’s facilities, centers and institutes promote cross-disciplinary collaboration to magnify our impact on national security and global challenges. In incubators of innovation across the Lab, specialized capabilities drive science, technology and engineering breakthroughs. Simply put, premier S&T is born here. [Learn More About Our Facilities, Centers and Institutes](https://www.llnl.gov/science-technology/facilities-centers) ## Our Culture and Community We strive for excellence by building multidisciplinary teams that leverage a broad range of skills, perspectives, experiences, backgrounds and ideas. Through strategic collaboration, our employees innovate solutions for the nation’s most critical challenges. Together, we create a better world. [Learn More About Lab Life](https://www.llnl.gov/join-our-team/culture) ![Engineers working on a piece of equipment.](https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-03/homepage-culture.png "culture") ## Discover Your Next Career Opportunity LLNL is home to a diverse staff of professionals that includes administrators, researchers, creatives, supply chain staff, health services workers and more. Your next career opportunity is just around the corner. [View Job Openings](https://www.llnl.gov/join-our-team/careers/find-your-job)