Careers

TDA Research, Inc is located outside Denver, Colorado with research offices in Wheat Ridge and Golden.  We have a staff of 100+ mainly engineers and scientists who develop cutting edge chemical processes, materials, and hardware for customers in the defense, aerospace, energy, and chemical industries. 

We have a position open for a Facilities Maintenance Technician II.  This position will perform general labor, basic repairs, preventative maintenance and perform light janitorial duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with laboratory and office moves and new equipment installations
• Perform basic plumbing and carpentry repairs
• Order and stock breakroom, bathroom and kitchen supplies
• Use maintenance and asset tracking software to document inspections, maintenance activity, repairs, and other work performed
• Attend training for First Aid CPR/AED and other training as required. Assist in response to facility emergency events and serve as a team member on various response teams
• May require after hours response to emergencies
• Light janitorial duties
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge and Skills:

• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to assemble and disassemble mechanical components
• Current Driver’s License, able to be insured on company vehicles
• Eligible to be fork truck certified
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills coupled with good computer skills and knowledge of MS Office
• Experience with asset tracking and maintenance software is desirable (preferred)
• Basic knowledge of fire and electrical codes (preferred)

Education and Experience:

• Highschool diploma or GED
• 2+ years of job experience in a similar role

Physical Demands:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Standing and walking for prolonged periods
• Climbing and working from ladders

Hourly rate: $21.00 – $23.00 with the complete benefits package.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill set, and/or location.

TDA Research, Inc. offers a complete benefits package for all FULL-TIME employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/STD/LTD, 401K plan with employer match and a generous amount of paid time off.

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact echandler@tda.com.

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin.

To apply, please follow this link: Apply here for the Facilities Maintenance Technician II Position

TDA Research, Inc has an opening for a Full Time Production Technician to carry out sorbent and catalyst production.  Production quantities may vary from pounds to tons of finished product.  Multiple processes are used, including mixers, extruders, presses, tanks, and furnaces.  This position will require production at all scales, with adequate notes and observations to facilitate historical record, reproduction, and further scale-up activities.  Production will require handling and transfer of large amounts of material and chemicals.  Applicant should be able to handle introduction of new processes and materials and multitask to complete multiple production processes and schedules concurrently. 

Previous experience in any of the following areas:

• Batch-based Processing and Production
• Batch Control and History
• Quality Control
• Inventory Control
• General Laboratory Record Keeping and Practices
• Familiarity with production flow and packaging
• Streamlining, and improving production processes
• Troubleshooting product and process issues are also beneficial

The candidate should have:

• Excellent chemical hygiene
• Ability to work with a variety of hazardous materials, such as compressed gases, cryogenic liquids, acids, bases, oxidizers, and solvents. Some operations may require use of a dust mask or respirator
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to independently assess problems and complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods 
• Ability to climb and work from ladders
• Current Driver’s License, able to be insured on company vehicles
• Eligible to be fork truck certified

Hourly Rate: $21.00 to $25.00 with the complete benefits package.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill-set, and/or location.

TDA Research, Inc. offers a complete benefits package for all FULL-TIME employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/STD/LTD, 401K plan with employer match and a generous amount of paid time off.

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact echandler@tda.com.

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin.

To apply, please follow this link: Apply here for the Production Technician Position

TDA Research, Inc. has a position open for a Laboratory Technician. TDA is seeking a highly qualified laboratory technician with a passion for developing advanced technologies and translating them into real-world applications. The laboratory technician will be responsible for testing and reporting results on the performance of firefighting foams, dry chemical agents, defoaming agents, and fire sprinklers. This job will consist of a variety of duties throughout the week, rotating between testing within the foam and sprinkler labs. The laboratory technician may also occasionally be asked to complete various internal research tasks either on their own or in a group.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine analytical laboratory tests in accordance with the published test procedures
• Assist with various laboratory administrative duties
• Complete internal research as requested
• Assist with other duties as communicated by supervisor and rotate among multiple work stations

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Understanding of chemical hygiene and safety procedures
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable with numerical analysis
• Ability to follow instructions with an attention to detail
• Ability to work well and coordinate with team members in a laboratory setting

Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in a science major or previous laboratory technician experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, or kneel for extended periods of time.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs and ladders
• May require ability to use dust mask or respirator.

Staff are expected to work on several projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Therefore, flexibility and an ability to learn new techniques quickly are essential. Teamwork, collaboration, and clear communication are also important as the employee will need to interface with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists.

Recent graduates applying for this opening should include their GPA and research experience in their resume. Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply if you meet the majority of our listed requirements.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

Annual salary range: $45,500 to $52,000 with the complete benefits package.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill-set, and/or location.

TDA Research, Inc. offers a complete benefits package for all FULL-TIME employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/STD/LTD, 401K plan with employer match and a generous amount of paid time off.

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact echandler@tda.com.

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin.

To apply, please follow this link: Apply here for the Laboratory Technician Position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as an Executive Team member and officer of the company. The CFO supports the President and CEO with the financial planning and financial health of the organization. Successful professional directs the organization’s financial planning and accounting practices as well as its relationship with lending institutions and the financial community by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate managers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees and directs treasury, budgeting, audit, tax, accounting, purchasing, 401(k), contract pricing and long-range forecasting activities for the organization and for contracts.
• Executes oversight of the Accounting and Contract Management team in providing and directing policies, procedures, and computer application systems necessary to maintain proper records and to afford adequate accounting controls and services, to include accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and contract business management.
• Appraises the organization’s financial position and issues periodic reports on organization’s and contract’s financial stability and growth.
• Directs and coordinates the establishment of the organization’s budget programs and monitors and reports on execution
• Monitors cashflow on a daily basis and keeps the President & CEO informed of the organization’s current status and recommendations as required.
• Establishes and maintains contacts with oversight, financial institutions, and other companies.
• Maintains and represents TDA’s relationships with DCAA, DCMA and other Government agencies.
• Coordinates tax reporting programs and activities.
• Coordinates Annual 401k testing/reporting, annual stockholder tax schedules.
• Manages Shareholder distributions, relevant shareholder financial communications
• Coordinates vendor purchasing system to include data collection and government reporting.
• Analyzes, consolidates, and directs all cost accounting procedures together with other statistical and routine reports.
• Oversees and directs the preparation and issuance of the corporation’s annual reporting, including the organization’s DCAA Incurred Cost Submission.
• Directs and analyzes studies of general economic, business, and financial conditions and their impact on the organization’s and contracts’ policies and operations.
• Analyzes operational issues impacting functional groups and the whole organization and determines their financial impact.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Serves as the supervisor for the Controller who is responsible for the Accounting Department operations of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll Provides oversight and evaluation of this unit.
  • In absence of a Controller the CFO will supervise the Accounting/HR Supervisor.
• Serves as the supervisor for the Contract Manager who is responsible for the oversight of the contract management duties, government property management, proposal budget submission, contract negotiation, subcontracts and closeout requirements.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications Requirements

• TDA Research, Inc, is a COVID-19 vaccination-required company and requires all employees to be vaccinated or seek an approved accommodation for a protected reason (medical or religious).
• Bachelors Degree in the financial field.
• 10+ years experience in an Accounting Leadership Role.
• 10+ years in financial analysis, full life cycle accounting and specifically with government contracting.
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• 10+ years progressively responsible experience in Government contract management. Must be able to comprehend and apply laws and regulations applicable to business operations in a Government contracting environment.
• Experience working in government contracting for a $10M to $50M annual revenue company.
• Professional experience with government contract negotiation and compliance.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Professional experience working with DCAA, DCMA and other Government oversight agencies.
• Able to work well with senior executives and team, as well as mentor/lead other team members.
• Proven experience with a high level of organizational skills, quality, and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Excellent written, oral communication.
• Dependable with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Experience working in face paced environment.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications Preferences

• Experience with industry specific software (Deltek, Jamis, Unanet or other).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) license Preferred.
• This position requires U.S. Citizenship, and you will need to complete and clear a full background check process based on your role.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

Annual salary range: $165,000 to $270,000 with the complete benefits package.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill set, and/or location.

TDA Research, Inc. offers a complete benefits package for all FULL-TIME employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/STD/LTD, 401K plan with employer match and a generous amount of paid time off.

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact echandler@tda.com.

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin.

To apply, please follow this link: Apply here for the CFO Position