Intern (m/f/d) Redundant Flight Software Development

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG (EN); Augsburg; On-site; EUR 10,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atmosphere: International startup

Flexible working hours

Health & Wellbeing

Paid Time Off

Team events

Free parking

Job summary

Rocket Factory Augsburg is seeking an Intern in Redundant Flight Software Development (f/m/d) to contribute to the design, build and test of prototype redundant flight computer architectures using COTS hardware. You will work with Python/C/C++, Git and Linux to support fault-tolerant software and embedded interfaces.

You will join an international, agile software team in a dynamic New Space startup, gaining hands-on experience in aerospace software and hardware integration while communicating in

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor or Master studies in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Computer Science, or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in embedded software development through academic projects, student competitions, or internships
• Understanding of sensor and actuator interfacing, including hardware-software integration and communication between embedded systems and peripheral devices
• Experience with Python, C/C++, Git and Linux
• Self-driven, hands-on mentality with a structured, methodical problem-solving approach
• Fluent oral and written English skills (all day-to-day activities in English)

Responsibilities

• Support the design, build and test of prototype redundant flight computer architectures and network topologies using COTS hardware
• Evaluate and modify COTS hardware configurations to expand operational envelopes in extreme flight environments
• Conduct FMEA to identify failures, define fault-tolerance requirements and implement robust software countermeasures
• Analyze avionics architecture to identify opportunities for leveraging standard sensors and processing units to improve fault tolerance
• Design and build Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test setups to validate enhanced fault-tolerance algorithms

Skills

Embedded software

Python

C/C++

Git

Linux

Sensor interfacing

Education

Bachelor or Master studies in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Aerospace CS

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 agile software team is searching for a motivated Intern in Redundant Flight Software Development.You enjoy working in a dedicated,dynamicand international environment that aims for high-performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology?Are you excited by the prospect of writing software and fault-tolerant architectures that directly safeguard mission success? Join us and help shape the next generation of resilient launch vehicle systems.

Your Tasks

• Support the design, build and test of prototype redundant flight computer architectures and network topologies utilizing commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware

• Evaluate and modify COTS hardware configurations to expand operational envelopes in extreme flight environments

• Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify failures, define fault-tolerance requirements and implement robust software countermeasures

• Analyze the overall avionics architecture to identify opportunities for leveraging standard instrumentation sensors and processing units to improve system fault tolerance

• Design and build Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test setups to validate enhanced fault-tolerance algorithms

Your Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor or Master studies in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Computer Science, or related discipline

• Demonstrated experience in embedded software development, gained through academic projects, student competitions, or prior internships

• Understanding of sensor and actuator interfacing, including hardware - software integration and communication between embedded systems and peripheral devices

• Experience working with Python, C/C++, Git and Linux

• Self-driven, hands-on mentality paired with a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving

• Fluent oral and written English skills (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)

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 speacial leave days

• | | Team Culture: Join regular company and team events |
• | | Parking: Free Parking for car and bike |

Insights

Showcase your team, technology, mission, culture, or workplace through a short video. Authentic content helps candidates understand the environment and can significantly increase engagement.

About the Team

Our international and agile software team is searching for a motivated Intern in Redundant Flight Software Development (f/m/d).You enjoy working in a dedicated,dynamicand international environment that aims for high-performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology?Are you excited by the prospect of writing software and fault-tolerant architectures that directly safeguard mission success? Join us and help shape the next generation of resilient launch vehicle systems.

Your Tasks

• Support the design, build and test of prototype redundant flight computer architectures and network topologies utilizing commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware

• Evaluate and modify COTS hardware configurations to expand operational envelopes in extreme flight environments

• Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify failures, define fault-tolerance requirements and implement robust software countermeasures

• Analyze the overall avionics architecture to identify opportunities for leveraging standard instrumentation sensors and processing units to improve system fault tolerance

• Design and build Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test setups to validate enhanced fault-tolerance algorithms

Your Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor or Master studies in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Computer Science, or related discipline

• Demonstrated experience in embedded software development, gained through academic projects, student competitions, or prior internships

• Understanding of sensor and actuator interfacing, including hardware - software integration and communication between embedded systems and peripheral devices

• Experience working with Python, C/C++, Git and Linux

• Self-driven, hands-on mentality paired with a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving

• Fluent oral and written English skills (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)

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 speacial leave days

• | | Team Culture: Join regular company and team events |
• | | Parking: Free Parking for car and bike |

Insights

Showcase your team, technology, mission, culture, or workplace through a short video. Authentic content helps candidates understand the environment and can significantly increase engagement.

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.