TDA Research, Inc. has a position open for a Materials Engineer II. TDA is seeking a highly qualified R&D Engineer with a passion for developing advanced technologies and translating them into real-world application. TDA is located outside Denver, Colorado with 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 rely on a high level of technical competence and efficiency within our team and look for motivated, talented, and skilled innovators to join us in developing advanced solutions.

This position works within a group developing innovative new materials solutions for demanding customers. This person will perform a variety of research and development tasks including laboratory chemical processing, material properties testing, modeling, data interpretation and analysis. The applications for these developed materials are wide ranging. Applicants with prior experience working in projects involving mechanical testing, sample preparation, device design, and prototype preparation are strongly encouraged to apply.

Strong candidates will have many of the following attributes:

• MS in Materials Engineering or related discipline, or BS with five years of relevant experience
• Experience with SolidWorks or LabView
• Lab experience, particularly with mechanical/materials testing, wet chemistry sample preparation techniques, or hazardous materials such as acids, bases, solvents or oxidizers.
• Experience designing and building test apparatuses
• Experience in data interpretation and analysis
• Experience in performing background scientific literature searches and applying concepts/ideas found in literature
• Passion for turning ideas into new technology
• A willingness and interest in expanding into new skill sets and research fields
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

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 undergraduate research experience in their resume.

Note: 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: $70,000 to $90,000 plus 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 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 resumes@tda.com.

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

To view our Equal Opportunity Statement, please visit the TDA Careers Page.

COVID-19 continues to significantly impact our communities, families and employees. With employee health and safety as our top priority, TDA Research is taking action to address the increased risk and uncertainty COVID variants pose in the workplace. Effective October 1, 2021, we will require all newly hired employees to be fully vaccinated before their start date.