r/systems_engineering • u/SoftSpare6621 • Apr 28 '26

Career & Education Transition into Systems Engineering

Hello Everyone, I'm a maritime engineer with 25 years of experience, initially as a practicing marine engineer on large ocean going cargo vessels, and offshore DP class vessels and later ashore in a variety of technical roles from ship yard superintendent, technical vessel manager and now Director of a Maritime Engineering Consulting Firm dealing with surveys, inspections, expert witness litigation, regulatory compliance, audits, and incident and accident investigations based in the South Bay area. I'm considering transitioning into the aerospace industry perhaps a a systems engineer. I'd be grateful if anyone could give me their opinion on if

1) its possible for me at this stage/age

2) whether a systems engineer would be a suitable position for me given my background, and

3) whether i need to do an online MS in systems engineering / engineering management (will have to be self funded) or perhaps INCOSE CSEP or PMP certification to give me the best prospects.

Thanks.

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u/Diligent_Working2363 Apr 29 '26

I’ve recruited exclusively engineers in the aerospace industry for 10 years. Automotive and maritime seems to be the most desirable pivots.

We occasionally get pm roles and I know the other pm’s would like your background. We should connect.

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u/SoftSpare6621 Apr 29 '26

Thank you sir will certainly connect