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 looking for support from a motivated person as a Stage Assembly & Integration Technician (f/m/d). This is your opportunity to be closely involved in the challenging development of prototypes and time- and cost-critical test campaigns. Do you enjoy working in a committed, dynamic, and international environment? Do you want to revolutionize space travel in New Space? Then you've come to the right place.

Your Tasks

Writing highly efficient code for mission automatization and simulations
Creating CI/CD pipelines for trajectory analysis and postprocessing
Development and testing of AI based algorithms for mission tasks
Contribute to daily upcoming mission related tasks

Your Qualifications

Enrolled Bachelor or Master student in Aerospace Engineering
Experience with python, Gitlab, Matlab/Simulink
Very good understanding of flight physics, orbital mechanics and rocketry
Strong affinity to efficient coding, automation and data science
First experience in the space industry or in a technical environment is a plus
Business fluent English oral and written (all day-to-today activities are performed in English)
Strong time management, team player attitude and emotional intelligence
Self-independent, proactive and structured way of working
Willingness in participating teambuilding events

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: 30 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 English.

Rocket Factory Augsburg

Optimization Engineer Intern - Mission Analysis

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