In а pаper written by Jоhn Thоmаs, ESEP and INCOSE President 2012-2013, he expressed sоme of the following ideas in what he felt was the true definition of a Systems Engineering Professional. Systems Engineering Professionals (SEPs) can break down barriers, they have a sense of empowerment—and the good judgment to know exactly where and how far they can push. They get the job done because they focus on outcome, not process. They are collaborative, not competitive. They can solve problems because they understand the nuances and complex interrelationships inherent in a given situation. They get the job done because they embrace responsibility. And they solve problems because their skills and knowledge are both deep and broad.