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

SESA - Queensland Chapter: Standing up and sustaining a digital engineering environment for systems engineers

Brisbane, Australia

Mentoring CoP: Mentoring and INCOSE's Vision 2035 (May 29th 2025)

INCOSE Liberty: Space Systems Working Group on Cubesat System Reference Model (CSRM)

Chapter News

INCOSE Academic Equivalency recognized for University of Maryland Baltimore County

Jul 7, 2021, 00:00 AM by Christine Kowalski

INCOSE Media Contact: Lisa Hoverman, [email protected]
University of Maryland Baltimore County Media Contact: Woodrow W. Winchester, III, [email protected]

Academic Equivalency for University of Maryland Baltimore County

SAN DIEGO (8 July 2021) – The International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) proudly announces the INCOSE Certification program has recognized the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) and awards them Academic Equivalency for their SYST 660 course. This course assists students in demonstrating their systems engineering knowledge in both traditional and emerging industry sectors in the Baltimore - Washington, DC area.

Their students include mostly working professionals as well. INCOSE awarded this Academic Equivalency in January 2021.

With this equivalency in place, students who demonstrate systems engineering knowledge through approved coursework will not have to take the INCOSE Knowledge Exam to certify. This knowledge demonstration is key in achieving both ASEP and CSEP certifications making this equivalency a great benefit to the University of Maryland Baltimore County.

Kerry Lunney, INCOSE’s president, says: “It is INCOSE’s pleasure to collaborate with the University of Maryland Baltimore County to increase the systems engineering competence of the workforce. By offering university coursework based on the INCOSE systems engineering handbook, universities such as UMBC help their students align with many current practices in the professional world. Students who perform well in the Academic Equivalency coursework will can waive the INCOSE knowledge exam when applying for their ASEP or CSEP certification.”

About the International Council on Systems Engineering

The International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) is a not-for-profit membership organization that promotes international collaboration in systems engineering practice, education and research. INCOSE’s mission is to “address complex societal and technical challenges by enabling, promoting and advancing systems engineering and systems approaches.” Founded in 1990, INCOSE has more than 70 chapters and over 17,000 members worldwide. For additional information about INCOSE visit www.incose.org. Become a member today.

About the University of Maryland Baltimore County

The University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) is a dynamic public research university integrating teaching, research, and service to benefit Maryland citizens. It offers academically talented students a strong undergraduate liberal arts foundation preparing them for graduate and professional study, entry into the workforce, and community service and leadership. UMBC emphasizes science, engineering, information technology, human services, and public policy at the graduate level. Learn more about the University of Maryland Baltimore County at: Mission and Vision – Welcome to UMBC - UMBC.

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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