William Burrus
San Diego,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tactical Air Control Party Specialist
Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Provided air traffic control services to pilots in the field environment.
- Maintained communications equipment and ensured proper functioning of radios, satellite systems, and other communication devices.
- Conducted briefings for aircrews regarding safe flight operations procedures.
- Monitored airspace activity and provided real-time updates to commanders in the field.
- Assessed weather conditions prior to missions and adjusted plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with other tactical air control party specialists in order to coordinate joint operations between different units.
- Developed tactics for ground forces based on enemy positions, terrain features, and other factors.
- Maintained situational awareness by monitoring radio frequencies for incoming calls from pilots or ground forces.
- Analyzed intelligence data from various sources such as reconnaissance teams, aerial surveillance., in order to develop strategies for successful mission execution.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel both verbally and through written reports.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all phases of operation.
- Organized training sessions for new TACP members on operational protocols and safety procedures.
- Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures.
- Conducted training to improve troops' abilities.
- Operated, monitored and performed limited maintenance on mission-critical systems.
- Reviewed mission tasking, intelligence and weather information.
- Provided precision to carry out increasingly complex missions.
- Planned and conducted tactical and assault support missions.
- Operated surveillance, electronic warfare and other weapon systems.
- Assisted in development of weapons and tactics.
- Used artillery and missiles to protect infantry and tank units.
Scout Sniper Team Leader
Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South, CA
09.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented Sniper Team tactics, techniques, and procedures.
- Trained and mentored team members on proper weapon handling, marksmanship fundamentals, and mission planning.
- Led a sniper team in various field exercises and operations to enhance their combat skills.
- Coordinated with other units to ensure successful mission execution.
- Supervised the maintenance of sniper equipment including weapons, optics, communications systems, and camouflage materials.
- Conducted intelligence gathering activities such as reconnaissance patrols and target acquisition missions.
- Analyzed data collected from aerial surveillance platforms to identify potential threat locations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations for all sniper operations conducted by the unit.
- Reviewed mission reports submitted by subordinate snipers for accuracy and completeness.
- Directed the development of detailed plans for long-range reconnaissance missions.
- Provided guidance on selection of firing positions based on terrain features that provide cover and concealment.
- Planned routes to be taken during infiltration and exfiltration operations to minimize exposure to enemy fire.
- Monitored weather conditions that could impact the success of sniper operations.
- Assessed operational performance of team members after completion of each mission or exercise.
- Evaluated new equipment prior to its use in order to determine its suitability for sniper operations.
- Coordinated with higher headquarters regarding changes in mission objectives or priorities.
- Managed ammunition supply levels ensuring adequate supplies were available at all times.
- Advised commanders on tactical employment of snipers in support of overall battle plans.
- Organized after action reviews following completion of missions or exercises in order to assess performance and identify areas needing improvement.
- Engaged targets in low-light conditions by properly using night vision equipment.
- Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
- Prepared, planned for and coordinated execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
- Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
- Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.
- Executed emergency response security to eliminate hazards and potential dangers.
- Requisitioned, received and properly stored unit equipment and supplies.
- Monitored equipment during simulations and live-fire exercises to detect system malfunctions and operator errors.
- Assisted in gathering intelligence and combat information to support troops on ground.
Reconnaissance Marine
Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton, CA
12.2013 - Current
- Assisted in the planning, preparation and execution of amphibious operations.
- Provided support for ground troops by conducting surveillance activities from concealed positions.
- Performed pre-mission inspections on assigned equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Operated communication systems to relay information regarding enemy activity.
- Maintained proficiency with navigation methods such as dead reckoning, terrain association and map reading techniques.
- Utilized specialized night vision devices for observation purposes during darkness hours.
- Tracked and monitored enemy forces using advanced radar and signal detection systems.
- Participated in training exercises designed to enhance individual capabilities in small unit tactics, marksmanship, land navigation and first aid procedures.
- Conducted reconnaissance patrols in remote locations while utilizing appropriate camouflage techniques.
- Gathered intelligence data through direct observation of target sites or by interviewing local populations.
- Responded rapidly to changing tactical situations by providing timely reports of enemy movements.
- Identified potential threats or hazards prior to mission engagements.
- Interpreted aerial photographs for terrain analysis purposes.
- Developed detailed maps outlining routes of travel, staging areas and target objectives.
- Employed counter surveillance measures when operating in hostile environments.
- Organized, planned and supervised field exercises involving multiple units.
- Lead small teams on long range reconnaissance missions deep into enemy territory.
- Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures.
- Conducted training to improve troops' abilities.
- Operated, monitored and performed limited maintenance on mission-critical systems.
- Reviewed mission tasking, intelligence and weather information.
- Provided precision to carry out increasingly complex missions.
- Planned and conducted tactical and assault support missions.
- Targeted, fired and maintained weapons used to destroy enemy positions.
- Assisted in development of weapons and tactics.
- Secured and protected air, land and sea positions from enemy attack.
- Leveraged guns, cannons and howitzers in ground combat operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Merrol Hyde Magnet School
Hendersonville05-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Finance
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Organization
- Basic Math
- Team building
- Dependable and Responsible
- Problem Resolution
- Leadership
- Analytical Thinking
- Calm Under Pressure
- First Aid/CPR
- Microsoft Word
Languages
Arabic
Limited
French
Limited
Affiliations
- Skydiving
- Snow skiing
- Soccer
- Swimming
Certification
- Foreign Weapons Instructor
- Joint Tactical Air Controller
- Scout Sniper
- Reconnaissance Marine
- Free Fall B License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tactical Air Control Party Specialist
Marine Corps
06.2021 - Current
Scout Sniper Team Leader
Marine Corps
09.2018 - Current
Reconnaissance Marine
Marine Corps
12.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
Merrol Hyde Magnet School
Some College (No Degree) - Finance
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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