Perjalanan Intelektual B.J. Habibie: Dari Pendidikan Teknik Menuju Kepemimpinan Teknologi Nasional

Abstract

B.J. Habibie was a key figure in the advancement of science and technology in Indonesia. His academic journey from his engineering studies to his leadership in the development of national technology is highly significant and worthy of examination. This study aims to analyze the evolution of B.J. Habibie’s thought, encompassing his engineering education, professional career progression, and contributions to the advancement of national technology. The research adopts a qualitative approach and employs historical research methods through a literature review. Data were gathered by identifying and selecting relevant written sources, which were then analyzed through the processes of heuristics, source criticism, interpretation, and historiography. The findings indicate that his engineering education played a crucial role in developing his capacity for systemic thinking, precision, and mastery of technology. His professional experience further strengthened these competencies, facilitating his involvement in the development of research and the aviation industry in Indonesia. Moreover, his leadership demonstrates that the development of national technology requires synergy among education, human resources, research, policy, institutional frameworks, and industry. This study underscores that B.J. Habibie’s intellectual journey highlights the vital importance of education and technological mastery in fostering domestic technological self-reliance. It also emphasizes the necessity of sustainable policies and human resource development to support technological progress in Indonesia.