Systems Engineering and Integration

Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) is a disciplined approach for aggregating multiple subsystems into a complete whole that delivers the capabilities, products, and services the customer requires to complete their mission.

It is a multi-phase process involving requirements definition, implementation, integration, test, verification, and operations. Satisfaction of stakeholder functional, physical and operational performance requirements is paramount, but cost and schedule constraints must also be strictly observed. SE&I includes both engineering and technical management activities, and brings together component subsystems into one system, ensuring they function together as intended, in the environment in which they were intended to operate.

Our Approach

The complex world of today is constantly changing, and our customers demand that we take advantage of new technologies while adapting to ever-changing threats. Successful development and deployment of today’s complex systems requires an extremely disciplined and methodical approach to Systems Engineering and Integration.
Centauri team members have in-depth experience in each phase of the system lifecycle, taking complex systems from initial concept and requirements development through final deployment and operations. They have the insight to begin with the end state in mind. This is critical to defining system components that not only function properly, but align with system CONOPS and organizational boundaries. We know how our customers’ organizations function because that is where we come from. We have lived the mission and bring our lessons learned to bear.

Minimizing the number of interfaces is often the key to success. Interfaces that may seem trivial to the less-experienced engineer can often make or break a system, and all interfaces must be painstakingly examined to ensure the system will work seamlessly. Complex systems also require methodical verification, and Centauri engineers have the skills and experience needed to define verifiable requirements during the concept development phase. Above all, customer focus is the key to success. We are not successful unless our customer is successful, and we will fight to ensure our nation’s resources are spent wisely and that our efforts succeed.

Related Capabilities

Modeling Simulation and Analysis

Centauri’s MS&A team focuses on enabling our customers to discover best-value solutions to their most difficult requirements.

Satellite Acquisition

Centauri experts deliver cradle-to-grave life cycle support to meet the Nation’s most advanced satellite mission needs.

Space Launch System

Centauri’s propulsion experts are helping design, develop and test NASA’s next rocket into deep space.

Modeling Simulation and Analysis

Modeling Simulation and Analysis (MS&A) is a group of engineering processes that involves the study of system components, the development of mathematical and physics-based algorithms that can be coded into numerical software models and/or simulators. Modeling and simulation is used to explore solution trade space and evaluate alternatives to provide detailed insights to analytical questions.

Learn More

Satellite Acquisition

Centauri leads and guides the design, procurement, development, manufacturing, test, delivery, and sustainment of low, medium, and high-altitude space and ground systems that enable customers to meet and exceed advanced mission needs. Centauri delivers full satellite lifecycle support, including deep expertise in policy, acquisition, program and financial management, CONOPs, systems architecting and engineering, research and development, sensor design, operational sustainment and anomaly resolution. Centauri supports many customers within the US Government intelligence, defense, and commercial industries.

Learn More

Space Launch System

Centauri provides engineering and program office support to the SLS Program at HSV, MSFC, Stennis Space Center, and Michoud Assembly Facility. Our efforts encompass Computational Fluid Dynamics, Mechanical CAD design, Stress Analyses, Thermal modeling/assessment, Electrical Design support, and Manufacturing/Production SMEs. As well, we provide support to the Program Office In areas of Program Integration, Supplier Management, and Contracting Officer Interface.

Learn More