Intern in the Future Space Transportation Preparation Dept., Project Support, Future Launchers

Our team and mission As part of the ESA Directorate of Space Transportation (STS), the Future Space Transportation team (STS-F, including the Future Launchers Preparatory Programme - FLPP) is leading the maturation of the required technologies, demonstrators and enabling capabilities for future space transportation systems. It is therefore responsible, among others, for: conducting system studies and establishing Technology Roadmaps based on strategy-driven guidelines; supporting the assessment of proper coherence of all technologies related to space transportation systems and products, including technology policy and harmonisation; preparing new elements and follow-on activities of the Future Launchers Preparatory Programme (FLPP); leading the implementation of the FLPP Technology Roadmaps, including the maturation of key technologies for future space transportation (Avionics & GNC, Structures Materials and Processes, Propulsion and Modelling & Simulation) and development of demonstrators (such as Prometheus and Themis).

The role As an intern, you will give project support in the Future Launchers Preparatory Programme, which includes support to the THRUST! Initiative – preparation of the next open call; organisation of online and in-person events as needed; support to the FIRST! Propulsion Initiative – support to project management of ongoing projects; preparation of next calls - if applicable and not necessarily only limited to Propulsion, support may be requested on calls linked to other launcher technologies; organisation of on-line and in-person events as needed; support to the Access to Space Club - organisation of online and in-person events as needed; identification of best practices and improvements in Future Launchers Preparatory Programme (FLPP) open competition procurement actions, with a focus on improving the connection between technology providers and primes; technical analysis of proposals according to FLPP criteria and procedures, with a large part in liquid propulsion; management and regular update of FLPP databases, namely of technology evaluation/roadmapping and European space companies intelligence gathering, with a focus on new space companies in Europe with a significant activity in propulsion; support to FLPP knowledge management processes; standardisation and simplification of project management processes including use of/creation of efficient tools for management; participation in and reporting on launcher technology and research meetings and workshops in order to assess potential technologies and identify potential providers.

Job requirements You must be a university student, preferably studying at master’s level. In addition, you must be able to prove that you will be enrolled at your University for the entire duration of the internship. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another ESA Member State language is an asset. Knowledge and background in space, specifically space transportation vehicle, propulsion is a strong asset; knowledge of Technology Readiness levels and project life cycles is a strong asset; knowledge of the Space Transportation industry is an asset.

Benefits ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. We welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process.