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

Rocket Factory Augsburg · Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany · Electronics · first seen 2026-07-16

About Rocket Factory Augsburg

^{About the Team}

^{Our international and agile team is looking for support from a motivated person as a .......................................... Do you want to revolutionize space travel in New Space? Then you've come to the right place.}

^{Your Tasks}

^{Electrical/Electronic and Mechanical Development: 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: Contribute to the design of electrical wiring harnesses, pneumatic systems, and mechatronic subsystems}
^{Lifecycle Management: Assist in tracking avionics hardware from prototyping through testing to production}
^{Production and Testing Support: Help optimize avionics hardware production and testing processes}
^{Test Procedure Development: Contribute to cost- and time-efficient testing methodologies}
^{Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with systems engineering, software, and mechanical design teams}
^{Risk Analysis and Troubleshooting: Identify risks and implement solutions to improve system reliability and performance}

^{Your Qualifications}

^{Currently enrolled in a degree program in Aerospace Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field}
^{Strong motivation to work in the New Space sector and contribute to cutting-edge aerospace projects}
^{Technical knowledge in either mechanical or electrical hardware design}
^{Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments}
^{Hands-on experience with avionics hardware is a plus}
^{Ability to work independently and manage tasks under tight deadlines}
^{Fluent in English (spoken and written), as all day-to-day activities are conducted in English}

^{Additional Qualifications (Preferred)}

^{Meeting one or more of the following will help determine the best fit within the team:}

^{Aerospace Experience: Participation in student rocketry, CubeSat/satellite teams, or similar projects}
^{Electronics Design: Experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, and circuit simulation tools (e.g., Altium Designer, LTSpice)}
^{Mechanical Design: Proficiency in CAD software (NX preferred)}
^{Communication Protocols: Knowledge of CAN, Ethernet, SPI, or similar systems}
^{Embedded Systems: Basic knowledge of RTOS}
^{Electromechanical Systems: Experience with BLDC motors, encoders, drivers, and sensors}
^{Testing & Validation: Experience using oscilloscopes, DAQs, or LabVIEW (a plus)}

^{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}

^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.

🚀 Apply now! We look forward to receiving your application in German or English.