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Intern (m/f/d) Propulsion Engineering: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role:This is an internship for a propulsion engineering student interested in aerospace propulsion systems and rocket hardware.
  • The Person:The person will support the propulsion team to design, build, and test rocket propulsion systems, troubleshoot development and production issues, work on flight hardware, and develop equipment for test facilities and engine production.
  • Requirements:The role asks for ongoing bachelor or master's studies in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a similar discipline, familiarity with aerospace propulsion systems, very strong engineering fundamentals, and fluent oral and written English.

About the role

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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.

 

Your Tasks

• Provide general support to our propulsion team to design, build, and test rocket propulsion systems
• Investigate and troubleshoot development and production issues, and implement solutions
• Work with engineers to design flight hardware
• Perform component and system level testing of propulsion hardware
• Own the design and development of equipment for test facilities and engine production
• Learn every day from a team of experienced rocket propulsion engineers to build your knowledge and skills

Your Qualifications

• Ongoing bachelor or master's studies in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a similar discipline  
• Familiarity with aerospace propulsion systems and related technologies
• Very strong understanding of engineering fundamentals
• Demonstrated ability to personally design, build and test hardware
• Self-independent with a structured way of working
• Eager to take on new challenges, learn, and deliver exceptional results
• Fluent oral and written English (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 special leave days RFA Family: Join regular company and team events Parking: Free parking for car and bike

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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 German or English.

Published August 19, 2026
Location Augsburg, Germany
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