Data Scientist

Boom Technology; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company is seeking a Data Scientist to work on real-time data visualization and data analysis for aircraft development. You will collaborate closely with test engineers to develop data collection tools. Ideal candidates have a strong statistical background and familiarity with data storage formats. Location in Centennial, Colorado offers a competitive salary between $73,000 and $92,000, with a start date aligned with graduation in Summer 2026.

Benefits

Flexible PTO policy

Long-term incentives/equity

Qualifications

• Strong background in numerical computing or statistics.
• Familiarity with high density data storage formats.
• Background in data classification or clustering.

Responsibilities

• Develop purpose-built software tools for data collection.
• Deploy data pipelines and ETL workflows.
• Support real-time data collection for test events.

Skills

Numerical computing

Statistics

Data classification

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field

Tools

Parquet

HDF5

netCDF

Rust

Go

Job description

At Boom, small, embedded teams build outsized impact. You’ll join the crew connecting sensors, streaming telemetry, and turning raw data into mission critical analyses powering the Symphony engine program.

As a Data Scientist at Boom, you will be working with the team developing tools and methods that power data acquisition for Boom's engine and aircraft development program. You’ll dive into real-time data visualization, data wrangling, post-test data analysis and even get hands on with hardware. This is a unique opportunity to blend data science with real-world aerospace engineering—building systems that bring supersonic flight closer to reality.

If you’re hungry to learn at the intersection of statistics, software, and engineering—and want to watch your code influence go/no‑go calls—this role is for you.

Role Overview

• Embed directly with test engineers to develop purpose built software tools to streamline data collection and analyses
• Develop and deploy data pipelines and ETL workflows
• Support real time data collection and visualization for test events
• Employ statistical methods and quantitative reasoning to unlock relationships between data and systems

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong background in numerical computing or statistics
• Familiarity with high density data storage formats such as parquet, HDF5 and netCDF
• Background in data classification or clustering
• You see complex systems as puzzles waiting to be solved and thrive in environments where innovation meets precision
• Prior internship or hands‑on project experience in aerospace, defense, or related high‑tech industries
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and ambition, complemented by effective collaboration skills in a team setting
• Excels in a high‑energy, independent, and challenging work environment

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience with systems programming languages, particularly Rust or Go
• Past experience working with data extracted from REST endpoints, or other web based data access technologies
• Collaborative track record in a diverse technical domains – from aerospace, biological science, engineering, or medicine, you’ve teamed up with experts to get the answers to deep technical questions

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (graduating in Spring 2026)

Compensation

The Base Salary Range for this position is $73,000 - $92,000 per year. Actual salaries 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 for employees. Other rewards may include long term incentives/equity, a flexible PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.

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.

Start Date

This position is expected to start in early summer 2026 (May or June) to align with typical graduation timelines.

To conform to U.S. Government aerospace technology export regulations (ITAR and EAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

Boom is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.