Intern (m/f/d) Project Management Test Engineering

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG (EN); Augsburg; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Atmosphere: international New Space

Flexible working hours

Wellness program

Paid time off: 20 days

Team events

Free parking

Job summary

Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) is seeking an Intern - PM for Test Engineering in the Program Management department. You will report to the Technical Project Manager and help develop planning matrices and scheduling systems for the Vehicle Test Team.

You will assist with planning and coordination of test activities, tracking tasks and deliverables, and coordinating with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure smooth program execution in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and spoken English is required.
• Able to communicate clearly with international teams.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop planning matrices and scheduling systems for the Vehicle Test Team.
• Support planning, coordination and tracking of test activities.
• Assist in monitoring tasks and deliverables within the Vehicle team.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent work

English proficiency

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Aerospace/Mechanical/Quality or STEM

Job description

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 dynamic team is on the lookout for a motivated person to join us as anIntern - PM for Test Engineering in the Program Management department. Do you enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for high-performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology? If you thrive in a fast-paced, international environment where collaboration and innovation are key, we want to hear from you!

Your Role:
You will report in to the Technical Project Manager, and will develop the planning matrices and scheduling systems for the Vehicle Test Team.

Your Tasks

• Assist the team in developing and maintaining a project management system to capture all ongoing and planned projects
• Support in the preparation, planning and coordination of test activities
• Assist with tracking overall tasks within the Vehicle team and the corresponding test deliverables
• Coordinate with other colleagues and stakeholders to ensure smooth procedural running
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of project and task timelines

Your Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering or another STEM-related field
• Strong communication skills and a can-do attitude
• Ability to work independently is essential
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken (all daily activities are conducted in English)
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and contribute as needed by the team in a collaborative environment
• Programming experience is beneficial but not essential

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

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.