Intern (m/f/d) AI Software Engineer New Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), we aim to create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in small launcher solutions for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Join our team and help revolutionize space services.

About the Team

Our Flight Safety team is searching for a motivated intern available for more than 3 months (ideally 6+) to support the implementation of machine learning in their workflow, optimizing the parametrization of simulations used from mission design to flight operations.

Your Tasks

• Researching, developing, and implementing ML algorithms and models and AI solutions
• Designing and building scalable ML systems and AI solutions
• Running experiments, testing AI systems, and performing statistical analyses to improve model accuracy
• Managing data pipelines (CI/CD) and ensuring data quality
• Build and maintain software systems that interact with other departments
• Pre-process, analyze, and post-process complex simulations
• Develop tools that allow for frequent and dependable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as components of a continuous integration and release system

Your Qualifications

• Enrolled in a university for the duration of internship
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
• Demonstrated experience in applied machine learning engineering, full stack development, and data science through extracurricular activities
• Development experience in C, C++, or Python through extracurricular activities
• Experience with Machine Learning Frameworks: TensorFlow, Keras, scikit-learn, PyTorch
• Fluent English oral and written (all day‑to‑day activities are performed in English)
• Experience with Linux server environments, SSH, scripting, and configuration
• Background in aerospace is 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

We are looking for someone enthusiastic to grow, take ownership and help shape the future of launch technology. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.