[header] How to become a systems engineer [title] Enroll in an undergraduate engineering program. [step] Apply to a college or university with a strong engineering program. Check programs' faculty listings, and look for professors who have years of professional experience. 
Professors with years of practical experience and strong networks can help you land a job after you graduate. [substeps] There are dozens of engineering fields, and possible majors include engineering management, information technology, mechanical engineering, and aerospace engineering.