Aircraft Performance EngineerDenver, Colorado

Aircraft Performance Engineer

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At Boom, we're redefining what's possible in aerospace. From XB-1, our supersonic demonstrator, to Overture, our revolutionary commercial airliner, we've proven that small, high-performing teams can achieve bold goals through technical rigor, creativity, and relentless execution.

We're seeking a Performance Engineer to lead the development and analysis of aircraft performance across the full flight envelope. This is a dynamic, high-impact role where you'll build physics-based models, evaluate real-world data, and support the development of operational products that define how the aircraft will fly in service.

From takeoff to supersonic cruise and final approach, you'll ensure our aircraft meet and exceed performance, efficiency, and regulatory expectations. You'll work closely with Flight Sciences, Certification, Flight Test, and Commercial teams to define performance standards and shape how our aircraft operates in real-world scenarios.

Role Overview

As a core member of our multidisciplinary engineering team, you will :

• Develop physics-based performance models for all phases of flight including takeoff, climb, subsonic and supersonic cruise, descent, approach, and landing
• Analyze wind tunnel and flight test data to refine and validate performance models
• Define mission profiles, aircraft limitations, and optimal routing strategies to inform aircraft design and operational planning
• Support the development of aircraft flight manuals, operating manuals, and other performance-related certification documentation
• Create and manage certification checklists and ensure alignment with 14 CFR Part 25 and other applicable standards
• Coordinate with certification authorities (FAA, EASA, etc.) on performance compliance, documentation, and verification efforts
• Support commercial and airline-facing teams with mission studies, routing scenarios, and aircraft capability assessments
• Collaborate with aerodynamicists, propulsion engineers, systems engineers, and pilots to integrate performance insights across the product lifecycle
• Maintain performance modeling tools and support the integration of these tools into broader design and analysis environments

The Ideal Candidate

What Will Set You Apart

Why Boom

Boom is building something the world has never seena return to supersonic commercial flight. If you're passionate about the performance of next-generation aircraft and want to help define how they fly, operate, and compete, this is your chance to help write the next chapter of aviation history.

Compensation

The Base Salary Range for this position is $107,100 - $135,000 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.

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.