Head of IT (m/f/d)

About Rocket Factory Augsburg

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), we have one clear goal: to create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space. We specialize in building small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we aim to revolutionize space services and help improve life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and become part of the team driving the New Space movement in Europe.

About the Team

Our international and agile team is looking for support from a motivated person as a Stage Assembly & Integration Technician (f/m/d). This is your opportunity to be closely involved in the challenging development of prototypes and time- and cost-critical test campaigns. Do you enjoy working in a committed, dynamic, and international environment? Do you want to revolutionize space travel in New Space? Then you've come to the right place.

Your Tasks

• Lead and develop the IT team.
• Define and implement the IT strategy aligned with company goals.
• Oversee support across Microsoft 365, Active Directory, networking, VPN, and Windows/Linux server environments.
• Ensure stable and secure operation of all IT systems and endpoints.
• Maintain and improve server infrastructure, storage, and virtualization platforms (Proxmox).
• Operate hybrid environments using Active Directory and Azure.
• Manage Layer 2/3 networking, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Strengthen cybersecurity and incident response processes.
• Implement and maintain NIS2-aligned policies and controls.
• Drive digitalization of enterprise systems (PLM, ERP, and related platforms).
• Support integration and automation across engineering and production.
• Deliver IT projects on time and within budget.
• Manage IT procurement, assets, and inventory.
• Regular travel to the UK is mandatory.

Your Qualifications

• A Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of IT operations or systems administration experience.
• Proven leadership or team management experience.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Active Directory (on-prem & hybrid)
  • Azure identity & cloud services
  • 2/3 networking & VPNs
  • Proxmox or similar virtualization platforms
• Experience with NIS2 compliance.
• Experience with digitalization projects (PLM/ERP preferred).
• Fluent in English; structured and independent working style.
• Motivated to work in a fast-paced engineering environment.

We offer

Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days RFA Family: Join regular company and team events Parking: Free parking for car and bike

Insights

Ready to take the next step?

Join RFA and help build one of Europe’s most efficient launch systems. Work alongside 300+ colleagues from over 40 countries and take ownership from day one.

If you’re looking to grow, take responsibility, and contribute to making space more accessible, we’d love to hear from you.

🚀 Apply now! We look forward to receiving your application in German or English.