Systems Engineering in Agile Software Development

This textbook introduces systems engineering into the Agile Scrum framework for software development. The author first covers the foundations of systems engineering and Agile Scrum in software development, as well as special considerations in software requirements management. The author then explains in detail the need for increased engineering rigor in critical software solutions. To tackle this problem, the author presents Systems Engineering Focused Agile Development (SEFAD). The author presents and discusses SEFAD’s best practices, case studies, and considerations in rigorous software quality assurance. The intent of this book is to educate software and systems engineers on the importance of maintaining a balance in engineering rigor in the software engineering process while also allowing for agility and adaptation. The book includes exercises, student projects, and case studies throughout.

Dallas Rosson, D.Eng, PMP is an accomplished Project Manager, Systems Engineer, and Computer Scientist with over fifteen years of experience working software development for the Department of Defense. Doctor of Engineering in Systems Engineering. He is a lecturer in the Industrial & Systems Engineering Department, University of Washington and a Principal Engineer in the Digital Transformation Division at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport. Dr. Rossen has a Doctor of Engineering, Systems Engineering, Colorado State University; a Master of Science, Systems Engineering, George Washington University; and a Master of Science, Computer Science and Systems, University of Washington.