Turbomachinery Structural Analysis Engineer

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Boom Supersonic is developing supersonic commercial aircraft and has spun out a natural-gas turbine product to finance its aviation ambitions.

About this role

Start the Best Work of Your Career at Boom Boom Supersonic is building the breakthrough Overture supersonic airliner and the Superpower natural gas turbine — machines that push the boundaries of physics, manufacturing, and industrial ambition. But aircraft and engines don't build themselves. The single most important variable in our success is a world-class team — people who are unusually talented, unusually driven, and willing to do what others won't even attempt. That's where you come in. Not a traditional engineering job As a Propulsion Engineer on Engine Structures at Boom, you won't be executing prescribed analysis tasks within a rigid framework set in stone decades ago. You'll be part of a small, high-performance turbomachinery engineering team responsible for building one of the most ambitious hardware companies of this century. You'll be part of inventing a new 21st century engine manufacturer from the ground up, one that is built on modern tooling and a bias toward action. You won't be a cog in a machine. You'll be a trusted contributor doing real structural analysis on a real engine — the Symphony turbofan that will power the Overture supersonic airliner — surrounded by senior engineers who will mentor your growth into deeper ownership. Role Overview As part of the Propulsion Team, you will: Work in the structural and stress engineering domains for the Superpower gas turbin engine, including static and rotating components Work on the structural metrics by routinely executing structural & life assessments using applicable analytical methods and analyses (FEA) Develop and integrate toolchains and processes, including multi-disciplinary workflows and automation Beyond these specific things, there are many opportunities to get involved in all aspects of Superpower engine development and propulsion system integration, including fabrication and testing. Bring your curiosity! Ideal Candidate Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field 5+ years of professional experience Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages Experience in structural assessments in rotating and non-rotating components for the axial turbomachinery applications (Goodman diagram, Campbell diagram, etc.) Analytical and experimental experiences with analyzing different fatigue phenomena, such as flutter, HCF, LCF, thermo-mechanical fatigue, etc. Strength in various analytical tools and methods such as ANSYS Mechanical / NASTRAN Collaborate with aero, thermal, SAS to find the right structural solutions that meet all loads and failure mode cases Ability to navigate through CAD to support module integration efforts in the engine 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 What Will Set You Apart Component or module ownership experience in a turbomachinery program or product Experience with engine rig tests, bearings, or rotordynamics Knowledge of engine mounts and dynamic load scenarios such as fan blade failure and sustained imbalance under windmilling Supersonic jet engine or gas turbine engine design experience Part 33 commercial certification experience Experience working with advanced materials such as superalloys Experience simulating impact dynamics in tools such as LS-DYNA Experience with developing tools that incorporate structures analysis into multi-discipline analysis and design workflows (MDAO) Background in developing design tools, methods or processes Testing and data-reduction experience A strong desire to avoid bureaucracy and move fast in a dynamic environment Compensation P2 Level - Typically 0 - 4 years of experience - Base salary range: $107,000 - $144,000 P3 Level - Typically 5 - 10 years of experience - Base salary range: $124,000 - $167,000 P4 Level - Typically 10 - 15 years of experience - Base salary range: $139,000 - $187,000 Actual compensation will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Boom’s total rewards package. Other elements may include long-term incentives/equity, flexible PTO, and a suite of progressive benefits designed to support our employees’ well-being and growth. There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active. The mission Engineering roles at Boom are unlike anything else in aerospace or energy: designing a supersonic airliner from first principles, developing advanced propulsion systems, scaling complex hardware programs in a modern manufacturing environment, and building breakthrough industrial turbines to power the next generation of AI data centers. These aren't jobs. They are career-defining opportunities. Some may even find their calling. This job is demanding and rewarding At some companies, you can choose to work long, smart, or hard. At Boom, you'll be doing all three. You'll move with urgency. You'll manage ambiguity. You'll operate at a high standard. And your work will be visible to company leadership, including the founder. If you want a comfortable engineering role where you run processes and rely on executing procedures defined long ago, look elsewhere. If you want to be part of a team that could be remembered a century from now, keep reading. The primary reward of this role is the work itself: partnering with extraordinary people to design and build breakthrough machines. You'll also be well compensated, with competitive cash compensation and meaningful equity grants with significant upside. This is a chance to build more than a product. It's a chance to build a company that history will remember. Why Boom Boom is building one of the most ambitious industrial programs of this century. The work is hard, the pace is fast, and the expectations are high. In return, you'll get real ownership, the chance to work with e