Intern(m/f/d) Propulsion Test Data Engineer
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Job description
Rocket Factory Augsburg - RFA published this listing. We've added our own working-student context below — what this role means for your weekly hours, take-home pay and student visa as a student in Augsburg, Germany.
Description provided by Rocket Factory Augsburg - RFA
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!
Your Tasks
- Support our propulsion team to analyze data from rocket engine tests
- Support the propulsion and operations team in pre- and post- test activities
- Interpret data and provide active and actionable advice on the test results to support test engineers
- Use test data to develop and improve models for engine performance estimation and behavior prediction
- Current student in computer, software or aerospace engineering with strong interest in coding, scripting or data science
- Strong familiarity with spacecraft propulsion systems
- Experience with modeling of fluidic and mechanical systems is considered a plus
- Experience with a scripting language (Python preferred)
- Familiarity with modern coding practices is considered advantageous
- Fluent English oral and written (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)
- Self-independent and structured way of working
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?
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.
If you're looking for an environment where you can grow, take ownership and help shape the future of launch technology, we’d love to hear from you.
Ready to make history with us?
🚀 Apply now — we’re excited to receive your application in German or English!
Working student essentials
What this Tech internship in Augsburg means for you — pay rules, social contributions, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Internships have no 20-hour cap, but a voluntary internship longer than three months generally has to pay at least the German minimum wage. Mandatory internships in your study programme are exempt.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Mandatory internships are largely exempt from social contributions. Voluntary internships are treated like regular employment once they run long enough, so contributions usually apply.
Check your insuranceInternational students
Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.
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