Internship Systems Engineering Space Propulsion (F/M/X)

Your Main Responsibilities

Your Key Responsibilities

• Create a Phase 0/A design study of a propulsion system: Use Space Systems Engineering principles to create a complete propulsion system considering cross-subsystem topics.
• Fluid System Architecture & P&IDs: Derive and conduct fluidic system architecture tradeoffs, create and maintain Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Mechanical Design & CAD: Conduct mechanical design tradeoffs, model system components and assemblies, and make technical drawings.
• Component Selection & Specification: Trade, size, and specify critical fluid system and mechanical hardware, including tanks, control valves, and temperature sensors.
• Structural Design & Analysis: Conduct preliminary structural hand calculations to verify hardware integrity under launch loads, vibration, and thermal environments.
• Electrical & Instrumentation Interfacing: Work with the Avionics team to define and design electrical interfaces for propulsion components, specifying wire harnesses, connector types, and pinouts for power, telemetry, and command and control.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with manufacturing, test, and system safety teams to ensure designs meet assembly, testing, and operational constraints.

Your Qualification

• Studying aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering or a related field
• Good understanding of the thermodynamic and fluidic behaviour of propellants
• Proficiency in mechanical design and CAD software (e.g. Fusion, NX, CATIA, or similar) and a foundational understanding of engineering drawings
• Familiarity with fluid system schematics (P&IDs) and common fluidic/pneumatic hardware components
• Familiarity with working across multiple space subsystems
• Proactive, self-directed working style, able to manage complex tasks independently and in a structured way
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical documentation and design reviews
• Fluent in English; German is a plus
• Ideally: Experience working in a student (rocketry or satellite) team

Our Benefits

• An exciting work environment encompassing the whole process from the development, building, and launch of space propulsion systems
• Flexible working time
• Combination of working in the office, at home, and on the go
• Professional skills development through a broad base of responsibilities and freedom
• Engage directly and actively participate in the end-to-end development processes of an expanding NewSpace start-up