Cody Warford
Bury St Edmunds
Summary
Dependable and mission-driven aviation professional with six years of U.S. Air Force experience specializing in avionics maintenance, troubleshooting, and team leadership. Recognized for adaptability, technical expertise, and the ability to train and mentor diverse teams. Proven record of sustaining aircraft readiness, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and delivering results in high-tempo global operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Avionics Craftsman
United Stats Air Force
11.2022 - Current
- Supported intelligence and reconnaissance missions totaling over 3,300 flight hours across three years, sustaining exceptional aircraft availability rates.
- Certified 13 Airmen on over 260 maintenance tasks, enhancing unit readiness, capability, and technical proficiency.
- Coordinated maintenance priorities across multiple shifts, balancing high operational tempo with strict safety and compliance standards.
- Partnered with engineering and flight crews to troubleshoot complex avionics faults, improving diagnostic accuracy and reducing downtime.
Avionics Journeyman
United States Air Force
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Conducted advanced troubleshooting and repair of communication, navigation, and flight control systems.
- Maintained aircraft availability for high-tempo global operations, supporting reconnaissance missions worldwide.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering technical proficiency and a culture of accountability and teamwork.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
09.2011 - 06.2019
- Supervised and mentored a team of over 30 employees in a high-volume retail environment.
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling, cash handling, and customer service for a fast-paced store.
- Trained new hires on safety standards, workflow efficiency, and quality control procedures.
- Promoted a positive and inclusive work culture that reduced turnover and improved team performance.
- Coordinated inventory and ordering processes, minimizing waste and maintaining consistent product availability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide
Daytona Beach, Florida12-2025
Skills
- Avionics troubleshooting
- Adaptability & Problem Solving
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Safety Management & Risk Mitigation
- Training & Mentorship
- Component repair
- Instrumentation calibration
- Maintenance documentation
Certification
- F108 Engine Certified
- 135 Tow Supervisor
- CPR
- Security Clearance Level
- HIPAA Trained – Unit Fitness Assessment Cell (UFAC) Program
Timeline
Avionics Craftsman
United Stats Air Force
11.2022 - Current
Avionics Journeyman
United States Air Force
07.2019 - 08.2022
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
09.2011 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide