SHRIYA KANANI
I am a future
AEROSPACE ENGINEER
WELCOME
ABOUT ME
MY STORY
While traveling a lot in New York as a kid, one place that really fascinated me was the JFK airport, but I was not sure why at first. Another time, at the age of 4, I encountered the John F. Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where I saw a space shuttle launch and met an astronaut! Then I started to realize I was drawn to the rockets and astronauts and felt a strong connection with aerospace. From watching Zula Patrol as a child, to watching NASA live streams while making robots in my free time, my passion for aerospace just kept growing. I realized that I wanted to commit my life to Aerospace Engineering.
MY CAREER GOAL
My career goal is to become an Aerospace Engineer. I have developed a strong interest in the STEM field since I was little. I performed various activities which helped me develop an interest in science and eventually, as I grew up, my heart and mind leaned more towards engineering. I fell in love with engineering when I took my first course in 9th grade. After further research, I realized that becoming an Aerospace Engineer was the right choice for me.
RESUME OVERVIEW
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Striving to be a future aerospace engineer
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10+ years of education and experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
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Strong communication, engineering, and technology skills
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Certified in Engineering and Computer Science courses
SUMMARY
I am a high school junior with a love for aeronautics.
PROFILE
My educational journey spans from New York to India, and later, to Florida.
EDUCATION
My technical and interpersonal skills help me gain experience in aerospace engineering.
SKILLS
My experiences in STEM have built my knowledge and interest in the field of aerospace engineering.
EXPERIENCE
My industry certifications will help me get internships and jobs.
CERTIFICATES
CAREER RESEARCH
JOB OVERVIEW
As an Aerospace Engineer, I will primarily be designing aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles. I'll be employed in an industry where workers design or build aircraft, missiles, systems for national defense, or spacecraft. Aerospace Engineers are primarily employed in manufacturing, analysis and design, research and development, and the federal government.
STATISTICS & DATA
Employment of Aerospace Engineers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2021 to 2031, which about as fast as the average for all occupations as a whole. About 3,800 job openings for Aerospace Engineers are projected to be created each year, on average, over the decade.
Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force.
As a result of the Information Age, new technologies and innovations are introduced which would require more and more engineers in the workforce. This would create a demand of diverse, skilled, and experienced aerospace engineers like me.
Job Outlook
Job Outlook
SALARY
The average annual salary for an Aerospace Engineer is currently around $122K, but it ranges from $66K on the lower end to more than $150K on the higher end. There are various factors that play an influential role on the salary I could earn. These factors include: experience, educational degrees, location of work area, industry, and specialization. Each one of these factors will have a significant impact on my potential salary.
Since I am anticipating doing my Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degree at a four-year university, I expect to earn an average salary of $152,000 which is the average mid-career salary of a graduate Aerospace Engineer.
According to the data provided, I believe that my salary will increase as I become more experienced in my career and industry field.
OBSTACLES
As a Type 1 diabetic female in the engineering workforce, I may encounter many challenges emotionally, physically, and socially.
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Extensive computer work-
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As an aerospace engineer, I will spend a significant amount of my workday using a computer, which can affect my mental and physical health. By continuing my daily routine of exercise and yoga, I will be able to overcome this challenge.
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Educational investment
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Becoming an aerospace engineer takes many years of dedicated studying and training. Planning out my career pathway and making use of all the resources available will help me stay on track to reaching this goal. By taking engineering courses in high school, I have saved a lot of time and gained a lot of experiences.
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Work-life balance
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To meet project goals, I may occasionally work overtime. By being very flexible and constantly improving my time management skills, I will be able to adjust to these events very quickly and efficiently.
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Stress
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Aerospace engineering can be a stressful career. I will have already been exposed to this type of stress during my futur internship and in my current coursework. By continuing my daily routine of meditation and other self care practices, I will be able to relieve my stress and be more efficient.
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CAREER-RELATED EDUCATION
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EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT
Since many jobs are highly competitive, having practical work experience will give me a competitive advantage over others while trying to get a job or seat at a university. Hence, it will be extremely important for me to acquire real world work experience during my undergraduate and graduate years. This will not only provide me with valuable work experience, but will also be beneficial for my resume and will help me form connections with new people with similar interests as mine. It will also be extremely helpful for me in the future when I apply to a graduate school or a permanent job. I am planning to attend a few summer programs including one at NASA and one at MIT, during the following summer breaks. I am also planning to intern at an Aerospace manufacturing company over the coming winter breaks which is a major part of my career research project. I have also done a personal career research project like interviewing current, or retired engineers about their career and other career related questions. This helps me understand the career better before diving into it completely, as well as knowing personal experiences in the real world.
PROJECTS AND EXPERIENCES
SKILLS & PROFICIENCIES
 Computer Aided Design○ Aerospace engineers use their education and experience to create designs using different software. ○ I plan to complete the Autodesk CAD software certifications soon. ○ Passing these certifications will demonstrate my proficiency in these skills. ○ I have also gained experience in my engineering classes and my school's robotics club. |  Time management○ As an aerospace engineer I will usually need to meet deadlines when working on projects. ○ I must be able to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently while maintaining the quality of work. ○ By taking time-based certifications, I have gained experience and improved this skill. ○ By completing assigned projects and assignments well before they are due in various classes and using management tools like Gantt charts, my time-management skills keep improving day by day. |  Analytical○ Aerospace engineers must be able to identify design elements that may not meet requirements and then must formulate alternatives to improve the performance of those elements. ○ I have passed the Mobility and Devices certification which will give me analysis experience. ○ I have learned that accuracy and precision plays an important role in the STEM field, and I am proficient in this skill. |
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 Team working○ As an aerospace engineer, I will typically work in teams and will need to work well with others toward a common goal. ○ I may also serve as a team leader, so I must be able to motivate and direct other team members effectively. ○ Working in groups in school projects and labs has enhanced my interpersonal skills, preparing me for the future and demonstrating my proficiency in collaboration. |  Perseverance○ As an aerospace engineer, I will need to be thorough in my work and have a positive approach towards problems. ○ Scientific research involves substantial trial and error, and I must not become discouraged by my work. ○ I took a class my freshman year called "Introduction to Engineering Design," which gave me experience with troubleshooting and building my patience. |
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
GALLERY
ENDORSEMENTS
Sindhu Gudala
Software Engineer, The Coca-Cola Company
"Typical aerospace engineers" would have specific knowledge ONLY to that field, however Shriya is gaining knowledge that surrounds her career as well, which will help her have a well rounded knowledge base. She is not only hardworking but also incredibly talented. Her dedication to her studies is truly admirable, and she consistently goes above and beyond to achieve excellence in all her academic pursuits. Shriya’s talent shines through in her various creative endeavors, such as writing, art, and music. She possesses a unique ability to think outside the box and approach challenges with a fresh perspective. Shriya’s commitment to personal growth and her positive attitude makes her an inspiring role model for her peers. With her exceptional work ethic and impressive talents, I have no doubt that Shriya will continue to achieve great success in all her future endeavors.
Bina Thakrar
Owner of Orbital Corporation
Shriya is very talented and very hard working to achieve her goals to become an Aerospace Engineer. She has shadowed in different areas of manufacturing at our office. It is not Shriya's dream to be an aerospace engineer, she lives like an aerospace engineer, and she breathes like one.
Ayushi Davda
Senior Business Development Executive
Shriya is very sincere and passionate about Aerospace Engineering and I am quite amazed by her dedication and hard-work she puts in achieving her goals
Gita Shingala
Business owner
Shriya is bright, loyal, hardworking, knowledgeable and a great team player. These qualities are excellent for her to succeed in life to achieve all her goals.
Ketan Sonecha
Accountant
Shriya is hardworking and intelligent. She is a natural leader and has the ability to think outside the box, and is always thinking of ways to improve and how to become more efficient.
Uday Katira
Managing director
Shriya is very persistent and has the ability to fight against all odds. I have no doubts she will excel in her career and life!!
Fenil
Senior peer
Having collaborated closely with Shriya, I can unequivocally attest to her superior technical abilities. Her meticulousness, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills have made a significant difference in the outcomes of our initiatives. Additionally, she is a valuable asset to any team because of her great work ethic, professionalism, and capacity for effective teamwork.
Pushti
Senior Peer
Shriya is a very hard working individual. I have watched her grow as a person and academically. She puts her 100% in everything she does. This determination, her curiosity and her passion of aerospace engineering will help her accomplish her goals!
SOURCES
Career Research
Career-Related Education
Graduate Fields - MIT AeroAstro
What Degree Do Aerospace Engineers Need? (Plus 7 Careers) | Indeed.com
Skills & Proficiencies
Aerospace Engineers : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
8 Aerospace Engineer Skills To Develop (With Job Duties) | Indeed.com
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