Cody Cope
Williamsburg
Summary
Results-driven Electrical Systems Journeyman and Supervisor with over 4 years of USAF experience in managing the installation, maintenance, and restoration of electrical and communications systems in mission-critical, high-security environments. Proven leader skilled in ensuring NEC and DoD compliance, overseeing high-voltage feeders, airfield lighting, and executing rapid power restoration. Successful in delivering multi-million-dollar projects while minimizing downtime and prioritizing safety. Experience includes three deployments to the Middle East, supporting contingency and expeditionary electrical operations with exceptional efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Operations Manager / Electrical Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
Scott, IL
10.2021 - 01.2026
- Executed AFCENT QoL power initiatives, servicing network devices and HVAC loads to enable base-wide services for thousands of personnel.
- Deployed to the Middle East in support of expeditionary electrical and infrastructure missions.
- Supervised and trained a 4-person electrical crew for 24/7 operations, organized manpower and resources to sustain mission-critical infrastructure.
- Installed 100 ft of cable and a dedicated circuit to power a $33M Weather Squadron server system, enabling early storm-warning capability for base personnel.
- Performed LOTO and installed a 3,000 ft high-voltage feeder supporting an $84M Joint Operations & Mission Planning Center; ensured safety and system reliability for personnel and mission systems.
- Repaired 120 airfield lighting fixtures and restored power to the main entry control point gate, protecting a $710M aircraft fleet and supporting ongoing operations.
- Coordinated installation of 90 meters across 80 facilities for a $1.2M utilities modernization project, achieving DoD meter-policy compliance and estimated 5% annual utility savings.
- Managed testing, commissioning, and quality assurance tasks while enforcing NEC, NFPA, and DoD standards.
- Supported expeditionary deployments and contingency power operations in the Middle East.
Electrical Systems Technician
United States Air Force
Grand Forks, ND
01.2018 - 10.2021
- Installed and energized wiring systems totaling over 1,100 ft of cable and multiple electrical panels to support Early Warning Protection and communications networks; produced significant contract cost savings.
- Restored power for Army site outages by replacing 250 ft of cable and rewiring five systems, reactivating Patriot missile defense capabilities across multiple facilities.
- Supported a $42M Counter-sUAS (C-sUAS) initiative by energizing systems and installing 300 ft of communications cable to support CENTCOM AT/FP capabilities.
- Performed preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on airfield lighting systems, HVAC integrations, and power distribution units to maintain continuous mission operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lebanon High School
Lebanon2017
Skills
- Electrical Systems Installation
- High-Voltage Feeders & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Airfield Lighting Systems (AFLS)
- Industrial Wiring & Panel Builds
- Troubleshooting & Preventive Maintenance
- Blueprints & Schematics
- NEC & DoD Compliance
- Project Coordination & Team Leadership
- Power Restoration & Emergency Response
- Expeditionary Operations & Deployed Power Systems
Accomplishments
- Deployed 3 times to the Middle East supporting expeditionary electrical, power restoration, and C-sUAS infrastructure projects.
- Executed energizing and commissioning tasks for multiple multi-million-dollar programs with strict security and safety controls.
- Recognized on Enlisted Performance Briefs (EPB) for leadership, resource management, and mission execution.
- Led community and morale initiatives that increased unit cohesion and volunteer engagement.
Certification
Security Clearance: Secret
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Electrical Operations Manager / Electrical Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
10.2021 - 01.2026
Electrical Systems Technician
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Lebanon High School