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 11 June 2024 Chapter meeting featuring:

Main Presentation: "An Introduction to Architectures", by Rolf Sieger 

Abstract: 

This overview will provide attendees with insights on key elements of the architecture discipline. Topics covered include:

  • Terminology/definitions
  • Synergies across software, systems, and enterprise architecture
  • Developing, documenting, assessing, and governing architectures
  • Architecture standards and frameworks
  • Role and skills of the architect
  • Architecture professional organizations
  • Architecture credentials (certifications and certificates)
  • Learning more about architecture
 

Bio: 

Rolf is a co-Chair of INCOSE’s Architecture Working Group. He is a Technical Fellow and Certified Architect at RTX. Rolf leads the companywide Mission Architecture Program (MAP), a group of initiatives established to evolve architecture practices across the company. The MAP encompasses architecture process, training and certification, governance, assessment, reference architectures, tools, and collaborations with government, industry, academia, and standards organizations. The program’s scope spans software, systems, and enterprise architecture. Rolf resides in Dallas, Texas and is also involved with The Open Group Architecture Forum, System Architecture Forum, and NDIA Architecture Committee.

Upcoming INCOSE Events

2024 MBSE Cyber Systems Symposium

Dallas, TX, USA

INCOSE's 34th Annual International Symposium 2024

Dublin, Ireland

Chapter News

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.

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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