Intern (m/f/d) Project Manager - Institutional and Future Technologies

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 searching for a motivated person to work as intern (m/f/d) Project Manager - Institutional and Future Technologies in the Predevelopment Team, part of the Program Management Department. You enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for high-performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology? Then apply for us.

Your Tasks

• Support the Predevelopment Team with management and/or take part in projects with external stakeholders (e.g. ESA, governmental institutions)

• Communicate effectively between company and external stakeholders

• Coordinate with other departments to generate and provide input to projects’ deliverables (e.g. design files, test plans and reports, presentations)

• Support the Business Development Department and contribute to proposal writing

• Help with the definition of future technologies and vehicles of RFA

• Definition of development roadmaps and timelines to mature space technologies and systems

• Derive mission and technical requirements for next generation vehicles

• Perform preliminary design studies and trade offs

• Create preliminary system and subsystem designs for various in-space services

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's student in Aerospace or Space Engineering or related discipline

• Prior experience in the space industry or in a technical environment is a plus

• Prior experience with project management (university teams, previous internships, etc) is a plus

• You bring technical affinity and you are an enthusiast about New Space

• Business fluent English oral and written (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)

• Good use of MS Office

• Strong time management, team player attitude and emotional intelligence

• Self-independent, proactive and structured way of working

• Willingness to support and work with other departments

• Cost and risk awareness and business acumen complete your profile

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 Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass Paid Time Off: 20 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.