Devakrishna Sreenivas

Background

About Devakrishna Sreenivas

Upon graduating in Aeronautical Engineering from Mahendra Engineering College (affiliated with Anna University), I faced the familiar uncertainty about my future. Motivated by a lifelong ambition to become a pilot, I leveraged my aeronautics background to pursue this dream. Since childhood, I had researched the path to achieving this goal, and I identified a cadet program as the best next step. I joined the aviation industry to prepare for this journey, completed my medical requirements, and submitted my application. Unfortunately, the global COVID-19 pandemic brought everything to a halt, leading to repeated rejections as offices remained closed. Though I initially pursued a career in aviation management, eventually becoming a Flight Manager for a leading airline in India, I felt a strong pull to use my engineering background more fully. I led various teams effectively, achieved swift turnaround times, and later, managed the Airport Operations Control & Coordination Cell (AOCC), where I streamlined operational processes. However, I continued to seek a path that aligned more closely with my engineering expertise. After careful consideration, I decided to advance my career by pursuing a Master’s in Advanced Mechanical Engineering at the University of Liverpool. Realizing that my five-year gap from formal engineering had impacted my foundational skills, I committed to revisiting the basics and strengthening my knowledge. As the sole course representative, I had the opportunity to connect closely with both peers and faculty, enhancing my academic and interpersonal skills. Despite facing challenges at every step, I persevered and completed my degree with a 2:1. Through each experience, I’ve continued to grow, and I remain dedicated to achieving my professional aspirations in engineering. I look forward to contributing my skills and resilience as I advance in this industry.