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 a project management intern (m/f/d) in the Institutional Projects Team, part of the Program Management Department. In the Institutional Projects Team, we work with ESA and other partners on externally funded projects. We support the definition, study, and planning for the development of future technologies, systems, engines, and vehicles. You enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for high-performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology? You want to take charge of project management and technical writing? Then apply for us.

Your Tasks

Support in managing RFA’s institutional projects funded by external stakeholders (e.g. ESA, European Commission, governmental institutions, etc) on-time, on-quality and on-budget
Support in Planning, scheduling and monitoring the milestones, deliverables, and budgets for the funded projects
Support the technical writing and delivering project deliverables (e.g. design files, test plans and reports, presentations)
Work and communicate effectively between the different internal teams and partners
Support in Coordinating with other departments to generate and provide input to projects’ deliverables
Support Business Development and contribute to proposal writing for funded projects
Support the technical work of the funded projects, including the creation of development roadmaps for future vehicles and technologies, mission and technical requirements, design studies and trade-offs, creation of system architectures, preliminary concepts, etc.

Your Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Aerospace or Space Engineering or similar
Prior work experience in project management, in the space industry is a plus
Knowledge of European funding programs and proposal processes (FLPP, Boost!, ELC etc.) is a BIG plus
You bring technical affinity and you are an enthusiast about New Space
Strong writing and formatting skills with good command of Microsoft Office
Business-fluent English, both spoken and written (all day-to-day activities are conducted in English). German fluency is a plus
Strong time management, a team-player attitude, and emotional intelligence
Independent, proactive, and structured approach to work
Cost and risk awareness, along with strong 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
	Team Culture: 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 English.

Intern, Institutional Projects