# Top 50 companies with in-house R&D in Colorado

Tamtam tracks 113 companies with in-house R&D headquartered in Colorado. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by EchoStar Corporation, University of Colorado Boulder and Trimble Inc.. Their median headcount is 2,056. Half of them were founded in 1977 or later. The most common headquarters are Denver (12), Broomfield (5) and Englewood (5).

These Colorado companies with in-house R&D are mostly large, established organizations, with several founded in the late 19th or early 20th century. They span diverse sectors including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and higher education. Notable examples include EchoStar Corporation, a provider of networking and connectivity solutions; Trimble Inc., which delivers positioning and data analytics solutions; Ball Corporation, specializing in aluminum packaging; and Children's Hospital Colorado, offering pediatric healthcare.

A significant pattern among these companies is the strong presence of higher education institutions, with the University of Colorado system appearing multiple times across its Boulder, Anschutz, and Denver campuses, alongside the Colorado School of Mines. This indicates a robust academic research environment contributing to the state's R&D landscape. Headquarters are distributed across various cities, including Denver, Westminster, Aurora, and Boulder.

🇺🇸 Colorado · 50 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [EchoStar Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/echostar-corporation) (echostar.com)<br>provider of technology, networking services, television entertainment, and connectivity solutions for consumers, enterprises, operators, and governments worldwide | Telecommunications | 🇺🇸 Englewood | 28,509 | 2008 |
| 2 | [University of Colorado Boulder](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-colorado-boulder) (colorado.edu)<br>A dynamic community of scholars and learners at a Colorado university, known for its spectacular campus and academic excellence | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Boulder | 15,809 | 1876 |
| 3 | [Trimble Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/trimble-inc) (trimble.com)<br>A technology company delivering solutions in positioning, modeling, and data analytics to improve productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability in various industries | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Westminster | 11,061 | 1978 |
| 4 | [Ball Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ball-corporation) (ball.com)<br>Global company specializing in aluminum packaging solutions for beverages, personal care, and household products with a focus on sustainability. | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Westminster | 10,972 | 1880 |
| 5 | [Children's Hospital Colorado](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/children-s-hospital-colorado) (childrenscolorado.org)<br>Providing specialized, compassionate pediatric healthcare through multiple hospitals, specialty centers, and outreach clinics across Colorado and the region. | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Aurora | 8,954 | 1897 |
| 6 | [Gates Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gates-corporation) (gates.com)<br>Manufacture application-specific fluid power and power transmission products, invest in R&D, support diverse industries with innovative, reliable solutions. | Automation Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Denver | 8,421 | 1911 |
| 7 | [Crocs, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/crocs-inc) (crocs.com)<br>designing and producing comfortable, stylish casual footwear with a focus on personalization, sustainability, and inclusive company culture. | Retail Apparel and Fashion | 🇺🇸 Broomfield | 7,741 |  |
| 8 | [University of Colorado Anschutz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-colorado-anschutz) (cuanschutz.edu)<br>Largest academic health center in Rocky Mountain region, providing patient care, professional training, and conducting world-renowned medical research. | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Aurora | 7,196 |  |
| 9 | [Woodward, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/woodward-inc) (woodward.com)<br>The company specializes in providing energy conversion and control solutions for aerospace and industrial equipment markets, facilitating a cleaner, decarbonized world | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Fort Collins | 6,438 | 1870 |
| 10 | [The North Face](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-north-face) (thenorthface.com)<br>Design and manufacture advanced outdoor apparel and equipment, fostering exploration and protecting natural environments worldwide. | Retail Apparel and Fashion | 🇺🇸 Denver | 5,513 | 1966 |
| 11 | [Colorado School of Mines](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/colorado-school-of-mines) (mines.edu)<br>A public research university specializing in engineering and applied science, with a focus on responsible resource stewardship and addressing global challenges | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Golden | 5,464 | 1874 |
| 12 | [Advanced Energy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/advanced-energy) (advancedenergy.com)<br>Global leader in designing and manufacturing precision power solutions for mission-critical applications in industries like semiconductor, medical, data center, and telecommunications | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Denver | 5,078 |  |
| 13 | [GCC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gcc) (gcc.com)<br>A leading producer of cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and innovative construction solutions in 15 states, focusing on customer satisfaction and market leadership | Construction | 🇺🇸 Glendale | 4,947 | 1941 |
| 14 | [DaVita](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/davita) (davita.com)<br>A global healthcare provider specializing in kidney care, prioritizing employee and patient well-being, innovation, and community impact | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Denver | 4,925 | 1999 |
| 15 | [University of Colorado](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-colorado) (cu.edu)<br>Public university system with campuses offering diverse programs in research, healthcare, business, engineering, arts, and community engagement across Colorado. | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Denver | 3,948 | 1876 |
| 16 | [Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/terumo-blood-and-cell-technologies) (terumobct.com)<br>Global leader in blood component, therapeutic apheresis, and cellular technologies providing innovative solutions to improve patient care worldwide. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Lakewood | 3,744 | 1964 |
| 17 | [National Laboratory of the Rockies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/national-laboratory-of-the-rockies) (nlr.gov)<br>Research and development of advanced energy systems, focusing on innovative technologies to improve energy efficiency and sustainability. | Research Services | 🇺🇸 Golden | 3,732 | 1977 |
| 18 | [Hach](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hach) (hach.com)<br>The company specializes in providing innovative solutions for water analysis globally, ensuring water quality through teamwork, customer partnerships, and reliable products | Environmental Services | 🇺🇸 Loveland | 3,646 |  |
| 19 | [University of Colorado Colorado Springs](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-colorado-colorado-springs) (uccs.edu)<br>A leading academic institution in southern Colorado offering high-tech education and research programs, with a focus on innovation and growth | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Colorado Springs | 3,295 | 1965 |
| 20 | [United Launch Alliance (ULA)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/united-launch-alliance-ula) (ulalaunch.com)<br>providing reliable, accurate rocket launch services with advanced technology, high performance, and affordability for diverse payload delivery. | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Centennial | 3,185 | 2006 |
| 21 | [Johns Manville](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/johns-manville) (jm.com)<br>Manufacture commercial roofing, premium insulation, and engineered products with global reach, emphasizing employee values and customer service. | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Denver | 3,138 |  |
| 22 | [Liberty Energy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/liberty-energy) (linktr.ee)<br>A leading North American oilfield services provider offering innovative completion services and technologies for onshore oil and gas exploration and production | Oil and Gas | 🇺🇸 Denver | 2,546 | 2011 |
| 23 | [DigitalOcean](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/digitalocean) (digitalocean.com)<br>DigitalOcean simplifies cloud computing for businesses, providing mission-critical infrastructure and fully managed offerings to help developers rapidly build, deploy, and scale innovative applications | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Broomfield | 2,444 | 2012 |
| 24 | [Ball Aerospace](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ball-aerospace) (baesystems.com)<br>Expertise in spacecraft, instruments, ground systems, sensors, tactical systems, operations, and data analytics to support customer missions. | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Broomfield | 2,061 |  |
| 25 | [CoorsTek, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/coorstek-inc) (coorstek.com)<br>International provider of high-performance engineered technical ceramics and advanced materials Offers expertise in materials engineering, research, manufacturing, and collaborative relationships since 1910 | Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Golden | 2,056 | 1910 |
| 26 | [National Jewish Health](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/national-jewish-health) (nationaljewish.org)<br>Advanced research and personalized care for pulmonary, cardiac, immune, and related conditions, focusing on predicting, preventing, and treating diseases for better health outcomes | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Denver | 1,658 | 1899 |
| 27 | [Tungsten Automation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tungsten-automation) (tungstenautomation.com)<br>Global leader in intelligent workflow automation solutions with 40 years of trusted legacy, serving 25,000+ global customers to drive efficiencies and reduce costs | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Denver | 1,587 | 1985 |
| 28 | [University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-colorado-anschutz-school-of-medicine) (medschool.cuanschutz.edu)<br>Health care professionals receive interdisciplinary lifelong learning with cutting-edge labs, research, and faculty providing top clinical care, transforming health care | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Aurora | 1,568 |  |
| 29 | [Innospec Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/innospec-inc) (innospec.com)<br>Global specialty company providing chemicals, additives, and formulations for various industries including construction, fuel additives, oilfield, and personal care Operations in 24 countries | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Englewood | 1,384 | 1938 |
| 30 | [Ardent Mills](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ardent-mills) (ardentmills.com)<br>Experienced teams of ingredient specialists and culinary experts develop innovative food products focused on nutrition and future food sustainability. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Denver | 1,361 |  |
| 31 | [Maxar Technologies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/maxar-technologies) (vantor.com)<br>Provider of secure, precise geospatial insights using advanced satellite imagery and AI software to support global safety and disaster response. | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Westminster | 1,325 |  |
| 32 | [LECO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/leco) (leco.com)<br>Develops and manufactures analytical instruments, specializing in elemental analysis, mass spectrometry, and metallography for diverse applications like materials science and food safety. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 St Joseph | 1,094 | 1936 |
| 33 | [Corza Medical](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/corza-medical) (corza.com)<br>Provides medical devices and biosurgery products to surgeons, teams, distributors, and OEM partners, with a focus on surgical sutures, ophthalmic instruments, and sealant matrix. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Boulder | 970 | 2021 |
| 34 | [Tolmar](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tolmar) (tolmar.com)<br>A specialty pharmaceutical company innovating treatments in urology, oncology, and endocrinology, recognized for advanced long-acting injectable drug delivery capabilities globally. | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Fort Collins | 942 | 2007 |
| 35 | [Craig Hospital](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/craig-hospital) (craighospital.org)<br>A renowned rehabilitation hospital specializing in spinal cord and brain injury care, offering comprehensive medical services for optimal patient outcomes | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Englewood | 905 | 1907 |
| 36 | [Stolle Machinery Company LLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stolle-machinery-company-llc) (stollemachinery.com)<br>A global leader in providing high-speed machinery for canmaking industry, offering complete can and end lines, OEM spare parts, and innovative technology solutions | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Centennial | 839 |  |
| 37 | [Exabeam](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/exabeam) (exabeam.com)<br>Leader in behavior intelligence for the agentic enterprise, applying agent-powered analytics to understand and govern human and non-human insider behavior to reduce risk. | Computer and Network Security | 🇺🇸 Broomfield | 796 | 2013 |
| 38 | [CCRM Fertility](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ccrm-fertility) (ccrmivf.com)<br>A global leader in fertility treatment and research, specializing in advanced IVF, egg freezing, genetic testing, and egg donation services across 13 major metropolitan areas | Medical Practices | 🇺🇸 Lone Tree | 755 | 1987 |
| 39 | [Paragon 28](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/paragon-28) (paragon28.com)<br>orthopedic foot and ankle company, developing bio-mechanically and clinically relevant surgical solutions, specialty instruments, and next-generation implants, improving clinical outcomes through research. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Englewood | 753 | 2010 |
| 40 | [Quantinuum](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/quantinuum) (quantinuum.com)<br>Unites software and hardware, scaling quantum computing and developing applications to solve the world's most pressing challenges today. | Computer and Network Security | 🇺🇸 Broomfield | 688 | 2021 |
| 41 | [Voyager Technologies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/voyager-technologies) (voyagertechnologies.com)<br>Pioneering mission-critical solutions for civil and government missions while tackling complex challenges to fortify national security and protect assets from ground to space. | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Denver | 650 | 2019 |
| 42 | [Strive Health](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/strive-health) (strivehealth.com)<br>A value-based kidney care solution offering high-touch care teams, advanced technology, seamless integration, and next-generation dialysis services for payors and providers | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Denver | 633 | 2018 |
| 43 | [ICR, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/icr-inc) (icr-team.com)<br>A pioneering company solving Intelligence and Defense engineering challenges through practical solutions, a culture of mentorship, and employee ownership | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Aurora | 611 | 2014 |
| 44 | [Barber-Nichols](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/barber-nichols) (barber-nichols.com)<br>Specializing in engineering design and production of turbomachinery, the company offers custom products for aerospace, cryogenic, defense, and energy applications, as well as consulting and contract manufacturing | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Arvada | 572 | 1966 |
| 45 | [SPARTA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sparta-colorado-springs) (domaineasy.com)<br>A provider of technical products and services to US government sectors, specializing in critical analysis, computer science solutions, network architecture, and acquisition support | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Colorado Springs | 543 |  |
| 46 | [Particle Measuring Systems](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/particle-measuring-systems) (pmeasuring.com)<br>Develops specialized monitoring technology and sensors to help clean manufacturers improve process yields and comply with strict regulatory requirements globally. | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Niwot | 537 | 1972 |
| 47 | [Zynex Medical](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zynex-medical) (zynex.com)<br>Engineers, manufactures, and markets stroke rehabilitation and pain management devices, providing electrotherapy products for home use to improve patient quality of life. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Englewood | 519 | 1996 |
| 48 | [Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/laboratory-for-atmospheric-and-space-physics) (lasp.colorado.edu)<br>Researches space science, weather, and planets; develops instruments and small satellites; explores habitable worlds with students and partners. | Research Services | 🇺🇸 Boulder | 502 | 1948 |
| 49 | [KeyPoint Government Solutions](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/keypoint-government-solutions) (peraton.com)<br>Perspecta is a diverse provider of capabilities to US government customers, specializing in defense, intelligence, healthcare, and digital transformation with a focus on innovation | Security and Investigations | 🇺🇸 Loveland | 489 | 2003 |
| 50 | [OtterBox](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/otterbox) (otterbox.com)<br>Innovates and designs premium protective cases for smartphones and tablets. Focuses on inspiring kids through entrepreneurship and philanthropy. | Computers and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Fort Collins | 474 | 1998 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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