Boom Supersonic Expands Factory in Centennial, Colorado |
Boom Supersonic Superfactory expansion and Superpower turbine production |
For Centennial, the next chapter of Boom Supersonic is taking shape on Chambers Road, not just in the skies.
The jet developer has unveiled a $150 million factory expansion that could bring as many as 500 jobs to the area.
At 8039 Chambers Road, the Superpower Superfactory is already making parts for natural gas-burning turbines designed to power AI data centers.
The expanded facility is expected to be fully operational in early 2027, with the first turbine slated to ship around the middle of that year.
That gives Centennial a concrete manufacturing opportunity, although the projected jobs are not yet guaranteed.
Boom is moving beyond its better-known passenger jet plans as companies seek dependable electricity for increasingly power-hungry computing operations.
The Superpower turbine would run on natural gas, putting the expansion alongside broader questions about energy supply and emissions.
The factory announcement follows completion of a turbine core called Sprint, a step toward testing the engine’s performance.
That core is headed to a test facility at the Colorado Air and Space Port near Watkins.
Boom expects to fire it for the first time before Thanksgiving and use the results to guide further engine development.
Still, successful testing and full-scale production are different hurdles, and both will shape how quickly the expansion delivers.
For Centennial, the project could strengthen the area’s foothold in advanced manufacturing and offer workers more opportunities close to home.
What happens next will depend on testing, construction and hiring, not the optimism of an unveiling alone.
Even so, this is a consequential local bet for workers, neighbors and Colorado’s aerospace economy. |
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That turbine test at the Air and Space Port sounds cool. Anyone know if the public can see any of it?
Thanks for your question! Typically, engine tests at facilities like the Colorado Air and Space Port aren’t open to the public for safety reasons, but we’ll keep an eye out for any community events related to the project.
Really wish more of these projects used renewable energy, not just natural gas. Still, more tech in Centennial is good.
Any news if they’re hiring apprentices or just experienced engineers? Would be great if young people could get trained there.
The Superpower name is kinda funny but if it brings work and helps the economy, I’m all for it!
Excited to hear about advanced manufacturing coming here! If the testing goes well, maybe new tech jobs for locals?
Not holding my breath on those jobs until the factory’s up and running. Lots of promises get made and then nothing.
Dee R.Yeah, I get what you mean. We’ve all seen too many announcements like this fizzle out. Fingers crossed they follow through for once.
My brother works near Chambers Rd and he’s always hoping for more places hiring in the area. This could be huge for people like him.
Absolutely, if the expansion brings the projected jobs, it could be a real boost for local jobseekers like your brother, though as we noted, the numbers aren’t guaranteed just yet.
Natural gas turbines though? Wondering how that fits with climate goals Colorado set last year.
Great point, and it’s a challenge the article touches on. While natural gas turbines can provide reliability for data centers, they also raise important questions about how Centennial’s growth aligns with Colorado’s climate commitments.
Love seeing companies like Boom grow here. Aerospace isn’t just Denver anymore! Can’t wait to see what they make.
Wow, 500 new jobs would really be something for Centennial! Hope those actually pan out, not just talk.
We hear you, the article mentions those jobs aren’t a done deal yet, but local leaders are watching closely as testing and hiring move forward.