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 ntxinfo@incose.net

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, ntxinfo@incose.net

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 ntxinfo@incose.net 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 9 April 2024 Chapter meeting featuring:

Main Presentation: "Risk Management and Systems Engineering: The Shaping of New and Future Activities of the INCOSE Risk Management WG", by Jack Stein and Bob Parro

Abstract: 

Systems engineers as individuals, and the field of systems engineering as a whole, are faced with an enormous challenge. Increasing system complexity, and ever more rapid and unpredictable developments and changes in technology, and in the socio-technical environments in which we will engineer and use the systems of the future, are creating levels of uncertainty, risk, and opportunity never before encountered.
In response, the practice of risk (and opportunity) management, in general and specifically as related to systems engineering, are undergoing significant change.
This presentation will inform attendees of recent changes in the practice of risk (and opportunity) management, and will provide an overview of INCOSE Risk Management Working Group (RMWG) current and future planned activities. The session will include an open Q&A segment, and is intended to be engaging two-way exchange of information, thoughts and ideas, aimed at directing, prioritizing, and improving the activities and work products of the INCOSE RMWG.

 

Bio: 

The INCOSE Risk Management Working Group (WG) was established in 1998, making it one of INCOSE’s longest running working groups. Currently, the WG has just over 120 members world-wide. The size and scope of activities of the WG are expected to increase as fundamental changes in the concepts, principals and practices of risk management defined in the 1st (2009) edition of overarching international risk standard ISO 31000, Risk Management — Principles and guidelines, are implemented in an increasing number of organizations and systems engineering projects and programs. These changes are reflected in ISO/IEC/IEEE 16085:2021, Systems and software engineering — Life cycle processes — Risk management, and in the 5th Edition of the INCOSE Systems Engineering Handbook.

Bob Parro and Jack Stein share in the chair-person duties of the Risk Management WG, making sure the WG is represented at monthly TechOps meetings and Annual International Workshops (IWs). As WG co-chairs, Jack and Bob have co-authored the Risk Management sections of both the 4th and 5th editions of the INCOSE SE Handbook. Together with WG member and standards specialist Paul Heininger, they represented INCOSE and the WG in the ISO/IEC/IEEE 16085:2021 work.

Jack Stein resides in Michigan and is a Past President of the INCOSE Michigan Chapter. Bob Parro resides in the Chicago area and is a Past President of the Chicagoland Chapter. They are both strong advocates of WG-Chapter interaction. 

Upcoming INCOSE Events

INCOSE Huntsville: DE/MBSE Symposium

Huntsville, AL, USA

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2024 MBSE Cyber Systems Symposium

Dallas, TX, USA

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INCOSE's 34th Annual International Symposium 2024

Dublin, Ireland

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Chapter News

Message from the INCOSE President

Mar 3, 2020, 10:59 AM by Christine Kowalski
Regarding COVID-19

As you are all aware, over the last few weeks, the COVID-19 Coronavirus has become a global topic of concern. It is very much a dynamic situation of which we all need to be vigilant in our monitoring of this global crisis.  The World Health Organisation (WHO) is a trusted authority and provides regular updates and recommendations.  Likewise, some countries have specific national recommendations in place that must be adhered to. As such I urge all members to take note of the recommended precautions from WHO and the Health Authorities of your own country.

As a global organisation INCOSE is operating and focusing on its priorities tempered by concern for the health of our members during this challenging time.  We continue to promote and support remote meetings, utilising technology to support such events. Should any member need this capability for an INCOSE activity and is not sure what to do, please contact helpdesk@incose.org  directly and help will be provided.

We are mindful of making decisions on upcoming INCOSE events.  To date we have maintained our course and supported events where the impact has been minimal and aligns with the host country’s recommendations.  In some cases, predominantly in Asia, we have rescheduled events to be held later in the year if possible.

Our showcase event and the premier Systems Engineering conference in the world, the International Symposium, IS2020 is making excellent progress as it prepares to welcome all participants to Cape Town in July 2020. We are keeping a watchful eye on any recommendations for the region that we may need to address in our preparation.  However, at this stage it is “full steam ahead” – there are no plans to alter this course.   We expect to hold a very informative and enjoyable symposium.

Lastly, to all our members, you remain our top priority and we are committed to serve you to the best of our ability. And to our members and families living in the impacted regions you have our support and solidarity.

All the best,

Kerry Lunney
Kerry Lunney
INCOSE President

The North Texas Chapter is excited to Sponsor the SEP Exam at the 2024 MBSE Cyber Systems Symposium. See the event link above for more information.

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North Texas Chapter has received the INCOSE Silver Circle award for 2022

The Silver Circle Award recognizes chapters adopting best practices and performing to the highest goals and standards established by our organization.

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 North Texas Chapter leaders and members have committed significant time and energy to further the goals of our organization.  

High quality, vibrant chapters are essential in INCOSE’s drive to enrich, educate, and enlighten the INCOSE membership while improving recognition of INCOSE and the systems engineering profession. The Sector Directors and INCOSE extend heartfelt congratulations, thanks and appreciation to the North Texas Chapter for its contributions towards attaining these goals.

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 first.last@incose.net or first.last@incose.buzz.   

 
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