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Boom Supersonic · 3 weeks ago

Copy of Senior Propulsion Engineer – Compression Systems Aerodynamics and Design

Boom Supersonic is pioneering the future of sustainable supersonic flight with their Symphony jet engine. As a Senior Propulsion Engineer, you will lead the development of the compression system, design high-performance components, and collaborate with various teams to ensure successful integration and testing of the propulsion system.

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Responsibilities

Lead the development of the Symphony compression system and take ownership of at least one area: High Pressure Compressor, Low Pressure Compressor or Fan
Design airfoils and flowpath via CFD analysis
Develop 1D meanline models, design blading for airfoils, develop performance maps, spec out and participate in rig tests, assess as-built hardware, and influence how these things affect the overall Overture aircraft and Symphony integrated propulsion system
Advocate for component rigs when deemed necessary, analyze rig and engine test data, recommend courses of action
Contribute to developing and integrating toolchains and processes, including multi-disciplinary workflows and automation that fully integrate engine and propulsion analyses with airframe development
Beyond these specific things, there are many opportunities to get involved in all aspects of Symphony engine development and Overture propulsion system integration, including fabrication and testing. Bring your curiosity!

Qualification

MechanicalAerospace EngineeringCFD analysisHigh speed compressor designPython programmingEngine cycle analysis toolsTurbomachinery experienceData analysisCuriosityTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages
Design experience in axial turbomachinery (including meanline and 3D steady and unsteady CFD)
Ability to navigate through CAD to support module integration efforts in the engine
Experience with high speed compressor airfoil design and tuning
Experience working with engine cycle analysis tools such as NPSS or PyCycle
Willingness to both speak and listen, to give opinions and receive opinions, to consider all the data and be part of building the team consensus to move forward

Preferred

Component or module ownership experience in a turbomachinery program or product
Supersonic jet engine design experience
Part 33 commercial certification experience
Aerodynamics or Structures lead on the development of high speed and highly loaded turbomachinery
Airfoil tuning and aero-mechanics related analysis such as unsteady multi-blade row CFD, flutter analysis
Experience with operability analysis and assessment at the engine level
Experience analyzing secondary flow systems inside engines
Background in developing design tools, methods or processes
Testing and data-reduction experience
Experience with Axstream or ADS turbomachinery software
A strong desire to avoid bureaucracy and move fast in a dynamic environment

Benefits

Long-term incentives/equity
Flexible PTO
A suite of progressive benefits designed to support our employees’ well-being and growth

Company

Boom Supersonic

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Boom Supersonic is a commercial airplane manufacturer that builds supersonic airliners designed for speed, safety, and sustainability.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$732.5M
Key Investors
Darsana Capital PartnersNEOM Investment FundMomentum Ventures
2025-12-09Series B· $300M
2024-12-16Series A· $100M
2024-04-24Convertible Note· $25M

Leadership Team

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Blake Scholl
Founder/CEO
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