Systems Engineering

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Systems Engineering

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Definition of Systems Engineering

• Systems Engineering can be defined as the
  selective application of engineering effort to
• Transform an operational requirement into a
  description of the system configuration that best
  satisfies the operational need
• Integrate related technical parameters and ensure
  compatibility of all system interfaces in a
  manner that optimizes the total system
• Integrate the efforts of all engineering
  disciplines and specialties into the total
  engineering effort

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What do Systems Engineers Do?

• Systems Engineering tasks consist of
• Identification and quantification of system goals
• Creation of alternative system design concepts
• Performance of design trades
• Selection and implementation of the best design
  (balanced and robust)
• Verification that the design is actually built
  and properly integrated in accordance with
  specifications
• Assessment of how well the system meets the goals

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Systems Engineering

User Requirements Concept of Operations
System Demonstration Validation
Systems Engineering
System Requirements Architecture
System Integration Test
Sub-System Design
Sub-System Integration Test
Sub-System Design
Procure, Fabricate, Assemble Parts
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TTS System Integration Process Chart