Something close to our hearts here at Liverpool Noise, is giving children equal opportunities and breaking down stigma and workplace barriers so our children can confidently thrive in a career that makes them happy, without the societal, gender within society.
Today we meet Krystina Pearson-Rampeearee also known on Instagram as AviateHer to talk all things STEM and her proactive approach to breaking down the barriers associated within a STEM career. Aerospace engineer Krystina is an incredible local woman making waves in the world of STEM.
Krystina tell us a bit about you.
Of course, I’m an aerospace engineer from Liverpool who went into aerospace engineering after being told not to because of the stereotypes that exist around the profession. I always loved to solve problems and was into creative subjects in school so I knew that I wanted to do engineering. I then visited an airshow with my family during the school holidays and once I saw the flying displays it clicked that aerospace engineering was where I wanted to be. I’ve now been in the industry for 15 years and want to inspire more young people to consider engineering as a career option.
What does STEM stand for?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths although the term can also be expanded to STEAM to include the Arts.
We love the work you’re doing around supporting and educating children into the world of STEM, why is this important to you?
I had no role models in engineering who looked like me or were relatable when I was younger. This is why it’s really important to me to be visible, explain what engineering actually is to young people, answer their questions and really address those misconceptions that almost stopped me from pursuing my career. By going into schools and using social media, I can share career advice and the lessons that I’ve learned along the way (because it’s not always been smooth sailing!) to help young people succeed.
With International Woman In Engineering Day coming up in June what would you like to see happening in schools and hubs around the Country?
More showcasing of women in engineering to young people! Representation matters and if young girls can see women in engineering then they will know that they can do it too. I would also love to see more awareness of what engineering actually involves and how it impacts our everyday lives. Engineering is everywhere! The clothes that we wear, our phones, transport, roads, buildings, the food we eat, pretty much everything is engineered. This means there are many different areas that you can work in depending on what you’re interested in, engineers aren’t just people on building sites wearing hard hats.
What exciting plans for 2026 do you have?
In my spare time I run an Etsy shop selling badges to showcase diversity in STEM careers. I’ve already sold over 4000 badges so far and this year I’ll be bringing out some new badges which I’m excited about. I’ve also got more educational content planned to share on social media to help young people who are considering engineering as a career or those who are already early into their engineering career.
What would your advice be to someone considering a career in engineering?
Keep being curious and don’t be afraid to ask questions!
How do you balance being a mother of two young children, work and everything that you do outside of work?
The honest answer is that I don’t always balance it! It’s a juggle weekly, I try and be as organised as I can but sometimes there are last minute curveballs that you can’t plan for. The most important thing is to not let the guilt get to me because you cannot do everything equally well all the time.
Follow Krystina on Instagram @AviateHer for updates.
