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Boom Supersonic is developing Superpower, a 42-megawatt industrial gas turbine derived from supersonic propulsion technology, designed to power next-generation AI data centers where power demand exceeds grid capacity. This role owns the complete medium-voltage (13.8kV) electrical system architecture that converts shaft power into reliable, protected, and controllable electrical power for islanded (off-grid) operation at scale.
Unlike traditional grid-connected systems that rely on an infinite bus for frequency reference and fault current, Superpower operates as a standalone power source. The system must regulate voltage and frequency independently, ride through transients, protect itself under fault conditions, and deliver reliable power to critical loads without grid support. This is first-principles electrical engineering with no legacy system to reference.
You will lead end-to-end electrical design from architecture through first energization, commissioning, and field testing. Responsibilities include:
• Defining MV architecture, single-line diagrams, protection philosophy, and operational concepts during preliminary design
• Specifying and sourcing long-lead switchgear and generator circuit breakers
• Producing protection coordination studies, relay settings, and detailed MV electrical drawings
• Leading first energization, relay commissioning, synchronization, load acceptance, and step-load testing
• Collaborating with mechanical, controls, and systems teams to integrate the MV system into the complete Superpower platform
• Ensuring the system scales to gigawatt-class arrays while maintaining reliability and protection integrity
This is a hands-on role with real influence over design decisions and direct involvement in testing and commissioning. You'll work on a product that addresses a critical infrastructure gap in powering AI compute at scale.
