North Texas Chapter

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Welcome to the North Texas Chapter

The North Texas Chapter of INCOSE (International Council of System Engineering) is centered in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of North Texas and is open to those interested or practicing systems engineering.  

Contact us at [email protected]

Mission

Promote, educate, and mentor on Systems Engineering standards and practices to strengthen the North Texas Systems Engineering industry.

Vision

Serve as a professional organization that is the regional focal point for Systems Engineering resources, development, and awareness, in order to create a better world.

Chapter Meetings

Call for Ambassadors

The chapter is looking for people willing to host chapter meetings at remote sites. If you are interested contact the Vice President of Chapter Development, [email protected]

Program meetings typically 2nd Tuesday of month
Time: 6:00-7:00 CST
Networking at 5:30

Physical Locations

*Bell Helicopter
*L-3Harris - Greenville
*Lockheed Martin Aero- Fort Worth
*Lockheed Martin MFC- Grand Prairie
*Raytheon- McKinney
*Abbott  

Remote Program Access
Teams (Video/Audio) - Click here to join the meeting.
Contact INCOSE North Texas Chapter [email protected] to be added to our meeting emails.
The meetings are not recorded. Presentations are posted in the library and resources during the following weekend if we receive the presentation.

Board meetings typically 1st Tuesday of month
Time: 5:30-7:00 CST

Visit our 

Library & Resources 

for past newsletters and information/presentations from past meetings.

Chapter Events

Join us for our 13 May 2025 Chapter meeting featuring:

Presenter: Marco Forlingieri

Topic: MBPLE: The Feature-Based Path to Product Lines Success

Abstract: Join us for the presentation as Marco presents a clear and concise guide to MBPLE, with industrial case studies described in his book. Model-Based Product Line Engineering (MBPLE) is the only theoretical and practical foundational book on MBPLE that brings together the topics of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and feature-based product line engineering (PLE). It examines how PLE can benefit from a model-based and model-centric approach and, in turn, how MBSE combined with holistic PLE can boost model reuse and improve the MBSE business case.

The book combines both management and engineering aspects to deliver comprehensive coverage of the subject and real-life challenges and implementations of MBPLE, discussing adoption obstacles faced by engineering organizations and how to overcome them to ensure a successful MBPLE deployment.

Bio:  Marco Forlingieri is Senior Director for PLE Services at PTC, leading worldwide the PLE technical services, with several years of experience in PLE and MBSE domains across Asia, Europe and US. He is also chair of the INCOSE PLE International Working Group and leading author of the book “MBPLE: The Feature-Based Path to Product Lines Success”.

 


Use the Teams link above to join the meeting.

Upcoming INCOSE Events

[NSC Meeting] Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC)

Minneapolis , USA
435 North 5th Street

Note: This address is that of the Visitor Center entrance door on the top level on the Target Field Station Parking Ramp. Parking in the metro transit’s ramps B & C are quite close by.

Does creating electrical power for 25,000 homes, and recovering 11,000 tons of scrap metal sound like a better use of truckloads of trash than creating more mountains of landfill?  Hennepin County residents and businesses generate more than one million tons of waste each year, enough to fill the Target Center 11 times over.

This presentation explains the technology, equipment and processes to operate, maintain and control this recovery operation.  These questions and more will be answered in May at the INCOSE North Star Chapter (NSC) Monthly Meeting.

  • Will we ever get to zero waste?
  • What total reduction in mass does this provide?
  • What does it take to operate?

Who: Grades 9-12 and adults (no one under age 13 allowed to tour HERC).

Register for this Event

Agenda:
6:15 – Network and Socialize over Pizza   
6:45 – Welcome & INCOSE Chapter Overview by Roz Dolid, Chapter President
7:00 – Presentation by 
Nilabh Narayan
7:45 – Lab Tour, suitable attire required, see *** Special Note at the end of notice 
8:30 – Adjourn
  
Presenter: Dr. Nilabh Narayan
 Dr. Narayan is the Senior Operations and Facilities Manager for HERC.  His educational background includes MS & Ph D in Engineering Mechanics,  University of Minnesota, and a B Tech from the Indian Institute ofTechnology, Karagpur, India.
 
***HERC Tour Group Information***
Presentation and Tour begin at the HERC Visitor Center
 435 North 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401.
 
 **Note:  This address is that of the Visitor Center entrance door on the top level on the Target Field Station Parking Ramp.  Parking in the metro transit’s ramps B & C are quite close by.
 
*** Special Note: Tour Visitors must wear suitable attire. 

  • Closed-toe, flat-heel shoes or boots are required
  • No high heels or sandals allowed 
  • Long, ankle length pants, socks and long sleeves are required
  • Visitors without appropriate shoes and clothing will not be allowed into the facility

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Chapter News

North Texas INCOSE is offering two paper based exam opportunities in September and October 2025. Look for the registration options in the Exam registration pages.

Preparing for the exam? Check out the newsletter on how to sign up for the SEP Prep course!

North Texas Chapter has received the INCOSE GOLD Circle award for 2023 and the Most Improved Performance in One Year Award 2023!

The Gold Circle Award recognizes the chapter for reaching the highest goals and standards established by our organization. Additionally, the chapter is awarded the Director’s Award as the Most Improved Chapter in 2023.

For many, chapters provide the primary day-to-day interface with INCOSE. Chapters organize technical and social programs, communicate key information about our organization and discipline, support technical activities, and enhance the member experience by facilitating an open, inviting environment where members receive valued products and services that enhance their careers. In fulfilling this mission, the chapter leaders and members have committed significant time and energy to further the goals of our organization.


Find out more by visiting the NORTH TEXAS ENGAGE community today!

Viva Engage is INCOSE's social media platform for members. Use your INCOSE-issued Microsoft credential to login and join the conversation. INCOSE credentials are in the form of [email protected] or [email protected].   

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