R&D Technician

boom-supersonic; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 49,593 - 63,369; Full time

Job summary

Boom Supersonic’s Centennial site offers precision, hands‑on construction of propulsion hardware, engines, and powerplants. You will assemble, install, and test propulsion components, documenting work and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes independent work, adherence to takt-time, and mentorship of junior technicians to raise team expertise and production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid FAA A&P License.
• Experience in aircraft assembly, MRO, or powerplant installations.
• Expertise in mechanical assembly: shimming, rigging, alignment, and sealant application.
• Skilled at interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and process specifications.
• Familiar with AS9100/AS9110 quality standards and powerplant documentation.
• Capable of working independently, meeting takt-time, and adapting to priority shifts.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in PPE-required areas.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and fit powerplant/engine structures, instrumentation, and subsystem components with precision.
• Install and align propulsion systems, ensuring all mechanical, pneumatic, and fuel components meet specifications.
• Identify and resolve issues in powerplant installations to ensure readiness for functional tests.
• Maintain compliance with OEM engineering, safety, and quality standards in all tasks.
• Accurately document work in digital MRP/ERP systems to support seamless operations.
• Conduct and verify torqueing, bonding, sealing, and fastening to technical processes.
• Perform engine readiness checks, supporting power‑on, leak tests, and power generation preparations.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to boost production flow and first‑time yield.
• Mentor junior technicians on best practices and compliance, driving team expertise.

Skills

Aircraft assembly experience

MRO experience

Powerplant installation

Reading engineering drawings

Lean manufacturing

Takt-time adaptation

Physical stamina

Education

FAA A&P License

Job description

Boom Supersonic’s mission is to make the world dramatically more accessible through a renaissance in supersonic flight. Boom is developing the Symphony supersonic engine, which powers the Overture supersonic airliner and the Superpower natural gas turbine for AI. Overture will fly at twice the speed of today’s subsonic jets over water and 50% faster over land with Boomless Cruise.

Start the Best Work of Your Career at Boom

At our Centennial site, you’ll be part of the team that brings Boom’s propulsion hardware to life. This is precision, hands‑on integration work—building up engines, installing systems, and preparing powerplants for test and flight. Your craftsmanship directly impacts safety, quality, and our ability to deliver propulsion systems on schedule.

Role Overview

• Assemble, install, and fit powerplant/engine structures, instrumentation, and subsystem components with precision.
• Install and align propulsion systems, ensuring all mechanical, pneumatic, and fuel components meet specifications.
• Identify and resolve issues in powerplant installations to ensure readiness for functional tests.
• Maintain compliance with OEM engineering, safety, and quality standards in all tasks.
• Accurately document work in digital MRP/ERP systems to support seamless operations.
• Conduct and verify torqueing, bonding, sealing, and fastening to technical processes.
• Perform engine readiness checks, supporting power‑on, leak tests, and power generation preparations.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to boost production flow and first‑time yield.
• Mentor junior technicians on best practices and compliance, driving team expertise.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
• Experience in aircraft assembly, MRO, or powerplant installations.
• Expertise in mechanical assembly: shimming, rigging, alignment, and sealant application.
• Skilled at interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and process specifications.
• Familiar with AS9100/AS9110 quality standards and powerplant documentation.
• Capable of working independently, meeting takt‑time, and adapting to priority shifts.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in PPE‑required areas.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience with next‑generation propulsion systems and nacelle integration.
• Expertise in turbine engine installation and handling (GE, P&W, Rolls‑Royce, etc.).
• Current certifications in torque/rigging, FOD prevention, ESD.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing and improvement tools like 5S and Kaizen.

Working in our dynamic production environment, you’ll contribute to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver high‑quality aircraft systems on time and with zero safety violations.

Compensation

The Base Hourly Range for this position is $36/hr - $46/hr per year. Actual rate 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.

ITAR Requirement

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.

Want to build a faster future? Come join Boom.