Systems Engineering: Introduction and Stakeholders

This lecture introduces Systems Engineering, focusing on the importance of stakeholder analysis and requirements definition. The instructor, Gilles Feusier, provides insights into the complexity of aerospace systems, the significance of stakeholder engagement, and the critical role of well-defined requirements in project success. Through examples like the Swiss F/A-18 program and the Mars Climate Orbiter incident, the lecture highlights the impact of poor requirements management. The session also covers the concept of Stakeholder Value Network Modeling and the various types of requirements, emphasizing the need for clear, feasible, and singular requirement statements. Attendees are encouraged to participate in a requirements writing workshop to practice formulating effective requirements.