system engineering

Definition

Systematic efforts to (1) translate an operational need into system performance and configuration specifications, (2) incorporate all physical and functional requirements to achieve an optimal design, and (3) integrate factors such as maintainability, reliability, safety, and security to meet cost, performance, and schedule objectives.


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