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BRADLEY SCHWENK

Suffolk,VA

Summary

Accomplished leader and technical expert, adept in nuclear operations and maintenance, with a proven track record at the USS HARRY S TRUMAN. Excelled in leading high-stakes projects, enhancing process efficiency, and delivering top-tier training. Mastery in technical writing, quality assurance, and public speaking underscores a commitment to excellence and safety.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor / Maintenance Planner

USS HARRY S TRUMAN
Norfolk, VA
07.2023 - Current
  • Leading a team of twenty-four in the safe operations of naval nuclear reactors through multiple audits and inspections
  • Creating over 100 maintenance instructions for emergent material repairs and infrequent specialized preventative maintenance with first time quality

Work Center Supervisor / Project Manager

USS HARRY S TRUMAN
Norfolk, VA
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Directing a maintenance team of twenty-two in daily accomplishment of upkeep and care of a nuclear reactor
  • Coordinating schedules, materials, and outside support for maintenance in the on-time delivery of the USS Harry S Truman through a shipyard availability

Nuclear Reactor Operator

US Navy
Norfolk , VA
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Responsible for the safe operation of a nuclear reactor during deployment on the USS Harry S Truman.
  • Supporting key reactor safeguard testing.
  • Collaborated with engineering staff to troubleshoot issues related to the operation of the reactor system.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily activities, such as readings from instruments and maintenance logs.
  • Implemented corrective actions as required based on feedback from supervisors or regulatory agencies.

Nuclear Instructor

US Navy
Charleston, SC
08.2018 - 09.2020
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations during laboratory activities.
  • Conducted training sessions on nuclear operations, safety protocols, and radiation protection techniques.
  • Instructed students on the operations, maintenance, and theory of nuclear reactors. Bolstering the fleet with competent operations.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nuclear Engineering

Penn State University
University Park, PA

Nuclear Operation - Nuclear Engineering

Naval Nuclear Power School
Goose Creak, SC
08-2018

System Maintenance - Operations Management

Electronic Auxiliary Control System Maintenance
Norfolk
03-2021

Some College (No Degree) - Nuclear Propulsion

Nuclear Propulsion Plant Planner Course
Norfolk
10-2022

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Leadership
  • Technical Writing
  • Training
  • In depth technical specification and manufacturing information research
  • Process Improvement and Implementation
  • Procedure Development
  • Quality Assurance Audits
  • Task delegation
  • Workplace safety

Accomplishments

  • Selected as one of eight propulsion plant watch supervisors to lead a team of twenty-four sailors through inspections and operations culminating in an operational reactor safeguards examination.
  • Lead two teams of twenty-eight personnel through ten successful tests of key reactor safeguards systems in a position normally held by a commissioned officer.

Qualifications

  • Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor
  • Chief Reactor Watch
  • Quality Assurance Supervisor
  • Quality Assurance Inspector
  • Nuclear Maintenance Planner
  • Controlled Material Handler
  • Work Center Supervisor

Timeline

Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor / Maintenance Planner

USS HARRY S TRUMAN
07.2023 - Current

Work Center Supervisor / Project Manager

USS HARRY S TRUMAN
10.2021 - 06.2023

Nuclear Reactor Operator

US Navy
10.2020 - 10.2021

Nuclear Instructor

US Navy
08.2018 - 09.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Nuclear Engineering

Penn State University

Nuclear Operation - Nuclear Engineering

Naval Nuclear Power School

System Maintenance - Operations Management

Electronic Auxiliary Control System Maintenance

Some College (No Degree) - Nuclear Propulsion

Nuclear Propulsion Plant Planner Course
BRADLEY SCHWENK