What does a “systems engineer” do?
Due to the wide definition of a system and all the different aspects involved in it, a systems engineer can do numerous things and work in various industries. Here is a simple definition: A systems engineer oversees the engineering, business and management aspects of a project or a system, and makes sure that all the parts properly work together. Systems engineers are concerned with the “big picture” of a project in addition to engineering aspects and must consider details like cost, schedules and social issues that may be associated with a project (www.graduatingengineer.com/resources/articles/20011016/Systems-Engineering). For example, let’s talk about a cell phone design project. A cell phone includes both mechanical and electrical parts, so both mechanical and electrical engineers work on it. A systems engineer, let’s call her Jane, can work as the project manager who organizes the resources and the schedule needed for that project. Or, she can work as a quality engineer to ensure
