Augsburg: Intern(f/m/d) Avionics Hardware Development (Mechanical/Electronics)

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Augsburg  is looking for a

Intern(f/m/d) Avionics Hardware Development (Mechanical/Electronics)

Our international and agile team is looking for a highly motivated individual to join us as an Avionics Hardware Development Intern/Working Student (Mechanical/Electronics) (f/m/d). This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced aerospace environment, contributing directly to demanding prototyping efforts that support major, time-critical test campaigns. We work with short-iteration development cycles, ensuring rapid progress and meaningful contributions from our team members. Do you enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic, and international team that strives for high-performance and cost-effective engineering solutions in aerospace technology? Then apply today!

Your Tasks

• Development of Electrical/Electronic and Mechanical Components: Support the design, development, and testing of avionics hardware.
• Prototyping and Testing: Design and validate prototype hardware, including 3D-printed parts, machined components, and prototype circuits.
• Engineering Documentation: Prepare and maintain technical reports, schematics, and development documentation.
• Systems Design: Work on electrical wiring harnesses, pneumatic systems, and mechatronic subsystems for avionics applications.
• Lifecycle Management: Assist in tracking avionics hardware development from prototyping through testing and production.
• Production and Testing Support: Optimize and develop avionics hardware production and testing procedures.
• Test Procedure Development: Contribute to the creation of cost- and time-effective test methodologies.
• Collaboration with Other Teams: Work closely with systems engineering, software, and mechanical design teams to ensure hardware compatibility and reliability.
• Risk Analysis and Troubleshooting: Identify potential risks and implement solutions to improve reliability and performance. 

What we offer: 

• A hands-on learning experience in a rapidly evolving aerospace environment
• The opportunity to work on teal avionics hardware used in critical test and flight campaigns
• Collaboration with highly skilled and international team. 
• A chance to develop cutting edge aerospace technology. 

Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. Please apply only via our online tool. Worried you don’t meet enough of the requirements? We would encourage you to still apply to RFA, as we have a wide variety of positions available.

Your Qualifications

Meeting some of these requirements will give you a strong foundation to join our team:

• Currently enrolled in a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Strong motivation to participate in New Space and contribute to cutting-edge aerospace projects.
• Technical knowledge in either Mechanical or Electrical hardware design.
• Strong communication skills to conduct technical meetings and collaborate with multiple departments.
• Hands-on experience working with avionics hardware.
• The ability to work effectively independently and under pressure within tight deadlines.
• Fluent oral and written English skills (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)

Meeting one or more of these qualifications will help determine where you can best contribute to our team:

• Experience in Aerospace Projects: Student rocketry, CubeSat/Satellite teams, or similar experience.
• Electronics System Design: Experience with schematics capture, PCB layout, circuit simulation (e.g., using Altium Designer, LTSpice).
• Mechanical Design Experience: Proficiency in CAD software (NX is preferred).
• Knowledge of Communication Buses: CAN, Ethernet, SPI, or other aerospace-relevant communication protocols.
• Experience with embedded systems: (Basic knowledge of RTOS)
• Experience with Electromechanical Systems: Working with BLDC motors, encoders, drivers, and sensors.
• Testing & Validation: Experience using oscilloscopes, DAQs, and LabVIEW (a plus) for electronic system testing. 

We offer

Atmosphere: Experience life in an international New Space start-up Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hoursHealth: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with WellPass, a training app which connects you to thousands of gyms and studios Parking: Free parking for your car and your bike RFA Family: Join our self organized after-work activities or company events and become part of the RFA family

This is the perfect opportunity to take on an exciting new challenge and be part of the leading private company in the new European space race. You'll get to work with over 300 employees from more than 44 countries and have the opportunity to accelerate your professional and personal development.

Ready to make history with us?

Apply now! We're looking forward to receiving your application in German or English.

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG
Human Resources

Questions regarding this posting? We are available under ­hr@rfa.space .