François-Xavier de Launet

François-Xavier de LAUNET is an experienced software quality and R&D efficiency manager at Valeo since July 1998, specializing in automotive embedded real-time software and leading quality assurance processes across multiple sites in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. With a strong background in software engineering and a diverse professional history that includes roles at Autoliv, Renault Research, SAGEM, Hispano Suiza, DCNS, and Falcon Jet Corporation, François-Xavier has demonstrated expertise in software development, system engineering, and process improvement. Key achievements include serving as a CMMI project manager since 2000, attaining CMM level 3 certification, and becoming a VALEO Senior Expert in 2012. François-Xavier also contributes to training initiatives and internal assessments related to software quality standards. Academic qualifications include an Engineer's degree from ESME and advanced studies from ISAE-SUPAERO, along with various certifications in requirements engineering and lean six sigma methodologies.