Intern (m/f/d) Institutional Projects

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG (EN); Bayern; Vor Ort; EUR 18.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Atmosphere

Flexible hours

Health benefits

20 days PTO

Team events

Free parking

Zusammenfassung

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG is seeking a motivated project management intern (m/f/d) to join the Institutional Projects Team, part of the Program Management Department. You will work with ESA and other partners on externally funded projects, supporting planning, scheduling and technical writing.

You will thrive in a dynamic, international space, contributing to development roadmaps, design studies and trades for future vehicles and technologies, while developing strong project-management and

Qualifikationen

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s 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 (FLPP, Boost!, ELC) is a big plus.
• English fluency for business communications; German fluency is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Support in managing institutional projects funded by external stakeholders (e.g., ESA, EC, governmental bodies) on time, on quality and on budget.
• Assist in planning, scheduling and monitoring milestones, deliverables and budgets for funded projects.
• Support technical writing and delivery of project deliverables (design files, test plans/reports, presentations).
• Coordinate effectively between internal teams and partners.
• Assist Business Development and contribute to proposal writing for funded projects.
• Support creation of development roadmaps for future vehicles and technologies.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Time management

Writing & formatting

MS Office

Ausbildung

BSc/MSc in Aerospace or Space Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

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.