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Cody Vaughan
Boise,ID
Summary
Detail-oriented leader with a strong background in conducting inspections and managing compliance audits. Skilled in root cause analysis and workforce development, dedicated to enhancing safety protocols and quality assurance processes to minimize operational risks.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Readiness Non-Commisioned Officer in Charge
Echo Company 1-183rd Aviation Regiment
Boise, ID
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted and supervised multi-point material and structural inspections on heavy machinery, mechanical systems, and tactical support equipment, ensuring strict alignment with engineering standards and technical specifications.
- Managed safety and quality regulatory compliance audits, enforcing standard operating procedures (SOPs) mapped to OSHA, and environmental safety regulations
- Executed Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and preventative maintenance schedules, proactively mitigating technical risks and decreasing equipment/system downtime
- Mentored and trained a cross-functional team of 40+ technicians and inspectors on quality control checklists, safety protocols, and precision instrumentation techniques.
Training Non-Commissioned Officer
B Company 1-145th Brigade Support Battalion
Boise, ID
02.2022 - 05.2025
- Preformed Quality Control (QC) mechanical and structural inspections on wheeled systems, hydraulic assemblies, and support equipment using precision tools; validated parts and materials against technical manuals.
- Tracked, verified, and signed off on quality assurance documentation, material certifications, and calibration records.
- Facilitated engaging instructional sessions utilizing various multimedia tools and techniques.
- Collaborated with unit leadership to align training objectives with mission requirements.
- Successfully audited work packages to guarantee adherence to rigorous federal and military engineering specifications.
Instructor/Writer
204 Regional Training Battalion
Boise, ID
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical checklists, and instructional guidelines, translating highly technical blueprints and manuals into clear, executable steps for on-site personnel.
- Managed digital document control and training databases (QMS), tracking thousands of personnel qualifications, calibration records, and equipment safety inspections
- Over saw compliance with environmental, health, and safety (HSE) standards (OSHA equivalents), managing zero-incident
- Evaluated trainee performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
American Military University
Charleston, WVSkills
Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Workforce training
Instructional Design
Inspection Test Plans
Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR)
Document management
Compliance Documentation
Certification
- Common Faculty Development Instructor
Interests
Timeline
Readiness Non-Commisioned Officer in Charge
Echo Company 1-183rd Aviation Regiment
05.2025 - Current
Training Non-Commissioned Officer
B Company 1-145th Brigade Support Battalion
02.2022 - 05.2025
Instructor/Writer
204 Regional Training Battalion
02.2019 - 02.2022
No Degree - Business Management
American Military University