Senior Systems Engineering Manager

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Job Title: Senior Systems Engineering Manager

Join Capgemini in shaping the future of Systems Engineering. We’re seeking a visionary leader to drive transformational change across our engineering practices and client engagements. This role is ideal for a senior professional who thrives on innovation, strategic influence, and empowering high-performing teams to deliver excellence in complex systems environments.

• Lead transformational initiatives that redefine how Systems Engineering is delivered across industries, from concept to execution.
• Serve as a strategic partner to clients, aligning technical scope with business goals and guiding the delivery of high-impact engineering solutions.
• Inspire and mentor multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Champion Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and other advanced methodologies to elevate engineering maturity and performance.
• Drive organizational change by implementing best practices, conducting maturity assessments, and delivering actionable roadmaps for improvement.
• Represent Capgemini as a thought leader, contributing to industry forums, client workshops, and internal capability development.

• 15+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• Experience applying and teaching systems engineering processes and principles and mentoring and teaching junior systems engineers
• Extensive experience of System Architecture (operational, functional and logical), requirements engineering, interface definition, verification and validation

• Experience in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Experience in Product Line Engineering, Change and Configuration Management
• Experience with Systems Engineering tools (eg IBM DOORS, DOORS NG, Cameo/Catia Magic MSOSA, modelling languages and frameworks (e.g. SysML), ISO 15288)
• Domain Technical Skills
• Extensive experience in definition, design, modelling or simulation of safety-critical, complex aerospace systems
• Experience with CS/FAR part 25 and applicable standards (eg. ARP
  4754, DO-178, DO-254)

• Having served as Principal Systems Architect of Chief Engineer a Plus

• Ability to lead change across organizations, influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Skilled in coaching and developing talent, building resilient and future-ready engineering teams.
• Adept at translating technical complexity into strategic business value.
• Passionate about continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and driving excellence through collaboration.

• Lead transformation programs for aerospace clients, influencing engineering strategy and compliance with CS/FAR Part 25, ARP
  4754, DO-178, and DO-254.
• Gain visibility with executive stakeholders and shape enterprise-wide systems engineering practices.

• Deepen expertise in MBSE, safety-critical systems, and digital engineering.
• Drive innovation in aircraft systems architecture across ATA chapters.

• Lead cross-border teams and projects for major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Influence global standards and best practices through Capgemini’s aerospace network.
• Access advanced certifications (INCOSE ESEP, PMP, Agile SAFe).
• Participate in Capgemini’s leadership academies and aerospace-focused training.

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer:

• Healthcare including dental,…