معرفی
Stephen Rapp is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering at Wayne State University's School of Engineering. He serves as Director of the Master of Science in Systems Engineering (MSSE) Web Program, which launched in August 2024 with record enrollment. His professional background combines military service, industry leadership, and academic innovation.
- PhD in Industrial Engineering from Wayne State University
- M.S. in Operations Research from United States Naval Postgraduate School
- B.S. in Engineering and Finance from United States Naval Academy
Rapp's research focuses on engineering optimization, product design, and design methodologies including Six Sigma, Markov Decision Process modeling, and Set-Based Design. His work bridges operational research with systems engineering principles.
As a Master Black Belt in Design for Six Sigma, he brings advanced process improvement expertise to both teaching and program development. His courses span six sigma fundamentals, lean methodologies, risk analysis, and systems engineering concepts across graduate and undergraduate levels.
Professional affiliations include:
- Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS), Military Applications Society
- Military Operations Research Society (MORS)
- International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE)
- National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)
Scientific achievements:
- Master Black Belt in Design for Six Sigma
