Taylor Busse
Nuclear High Hazard Operations Supervisor
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Safety-focused and results-driven Nuclear High Hazard Operations Supervisor with over 15 years of combined experience in high-consequence nuclear operations (Pantex) and aerospace manufacturing (Bell). Proven Leadership capabilities managing multi-disciplinary crews, enforcing strict Conduct of Operations, and overseeing complex assembly, disassembly, and testing of nuclear weapons, military and commercial aircraft. Expert at translating technical engineering drawings, validating and interpreting technical procedures and sustaining uncompromising safety and quality culture.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Nuclear High Hazard Operations Supervisor
Pantex
Amarillo, Texas
10.2023 - Current
- Supervise high-hazard nuclear facility operations, prioritizing absolute safety and ensuring strict compliance with Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration, and Pantex ConOps requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of technicians and nuclear operators in complex nuclear weapons assembly, disassembly and testing processes.
- Control and mitigate risk in high-consequence environments, managing daily hazard analyses, safety basis controls, and operational safety requirements.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, quality assurance, and safety basis teams to review techinical drawings, validate procedural updates, and authorize critical work packages.
- Drive operational excellence by identifying process bottlenecks, drafting procedural revisions, and resolving technical anomalies on the production floor.
Production Technician
Pantex
Amarillo, Texas
06.2020 - 10.2023
- Served as Lead Build Technician and qualified disassembly technician for w88 weapons manufacturing.
- Train "P" status technicians in the weapons manufacturing process, all associated procedures, and computer software systems.
- Played an integral role as Lead Technician during the W88 First Production Unit, troubleshooting technical issues and validating critical procedural and tooling modifications.
Lead Mechanic/Electrician, Production Specialist
Bell
Amarillo, Texas
08.2010 - 06.2020
- Led a technical crew in the subassembly, installation, and inspection of primary electrical, mechanical, and fuel systems for the V-22 Osprey.
- Coordinated daily crew briefs, delegated tasks, disseminated safety changes, and assisted with annual performance reviews.
- Assisted aerospace engineering in the design, development, and testing of primary systems for the 525 Relentless and V-22 Navy COD.
- Received the "Safety Hero" award on the 525 program for identifying a structural anomaly that led to a complete fuel cell redesign and 100% inspection protocol across manufactured units.
- Utilized precision measuring instruments and interpreted complex CATIA 3D models and 2D blueprints/schematics to align complex mechanical systems safely and efficiently.
Education
Certificate - Aerospace Manufacturing
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX05.2010
High School Diploma -
Pampa High School
Pampa, TX05.2008
Core Competencies
- Procedural Interpretation and Validation
- Blueprint, 2D & 3D (CATIA) Interpretation
- High-Hazard Nuclear Operations
- Conduct of Operations
- Team Leadership & Crew Management
- Technical Assembly & Disassembly
- Risk Mitigation & Safety Standards
- Precision Instrumentation & Quality Assurance
Timeline
Nuclear High Hazard Operations Supervisor
Pantex
10.2023 - Current
Production Technician
Pantex
06.2020 - 10.2023
Lead Mechanic/Electrician, Production Specialist
Bell
08.2010 - 06.2020
Certificate - Aerospace Manufacturing
Amarillo College
High School Diploma -
Pampa High School