One of the first five employees who saw the inception of CommScope’s operations in Goa, Pravin’s journey spans from a hands-on technician to now, the Senior Director of Operations. With deep roots in engineering and a career built on resilience, ownership, and vision, he now leads the very site he helped oversee from the ground up.

One of the first five employees who saw the inception of CommScope’s operations in Goa, Pravin’s journey spans from a hands-on technician to now, the Senior Director of Operations. With deep roots in engineering and a career built on resilience, ownership, and vision, he now leads the very site he helped oversee from the ground up.

My CommScope Journey

My journey with CommScope began in 1997. I was fresh out of college and applied for a job listed in a newspaper ad. Out of 400 applicants for the job, five were selected and I was one of them. It was my very first job as a technician, and I never imagined the trajectory that lay ahead. 

I had the opportunity of travelling to Scotland for training. That trip was full of firsts: my first passport, my first time abroad, and my first big step towards setting the foundation of my career. It was a steep learning curve, but I embraced it fully. 

I spent nearly two months in Scotland learning the ins and outs of coax cable manufacturing, and my mentor there played a pivotal role in helping me not only understand engineering, but also how to operate as a professional. When I returned to India, I was given the responsibility of establishing operations and setting up a full-scale manufacturing line in Goa.

I had the opportunity of travelling to Scotland for training. That trip was full of firsts: my first passport, my first time abroad, and my first big step towards setting the foundation of my career. It was a steep learning curve, but I embraced it fully. 

I spent nearly two months in Scotland learning the ins and outs of coax cable manufacturing, and my mentor there played a pivotal role in helping me not only understand engineering, but also how to operate as a professional. When I returned to India, I was given the responsibility of establishing operations and setting up a full-scale manufacturing line in Goa.

The site was a leased plot with no existing infrastructure, requiring us to build everything from the ground up. As the project progressed and the site began to take shape, I was asked to support the oversight of the facility’s construction. I tracked daily progress, coordinated with architects, and remained closely involved in every detail of the setup. Being closely involved in every stage gave me a deep sense of connection to the space we were building.

I was also actively involved in unloading and unpacking equipment containers, drawing on the forklift training I had acquired during my time in Scotland. From installing the production lines to managing the broader project, I maintained a hands-on approach throughout. Within six months, the lines were fully operational, and we witnessed the site gradually come to life, built entirely from the ground up.

As the company grew, I was offered roles in operations and eventually evolved to take on more responsibility, hiring teams and setting up departments, all while staying close to my engineering roots.

I was also actively involved in unloading and unpacking equipment containers, drawing on the forklift training I had acquired during my time in Scotland. From installing the production lines to managing the broader project, I maintained a hands-on approach throughout. Within six months, the lines were fully operational, and we witnessed the site gradually come to life, built entirely from the ground up.

As the company grew, I was offered roles in operations and eventually evolved to take on more responsibility, hiring teams and setting up departments, all while staying close to my engineering roots.

All of these experiences shaped my journey and has led me to my current role, where I now have the privilege of overseeing the entire operations for our Cable and Connectivity Solutions (CCS) segment at the Goa site.

The #CommScopeLife Experience

The culture here is unlike anything I’ve seen elsewhere. I’ve not worked for another company in my 28 years, but I’ve interacted with many, and the spirit here stands apart. Everyone has the freedom to speak up, whether you’re a director or a gardener. That openness fosters trust and drives improvement. I love hearing feedback directly from people across the site as it brings perspective and keeps me grounded.

Internal growth is real here. I’ve seen colleagues rise from support roles to leadership positions simply because they were given opportunities and they stepped up. Titles don’t matter as much as the impact you create. And here, you can create a lot.

My Insights for Success

I believe deeply in continuous learning. Whether it’s engineering, planning, logistics, finance, or even taxation —if it impacts my role, I want to understand it. I’ve learned from colleagues, mentors, seniors and subordinates alike. That kind of openness keeps you adaptable.

Looking back, many of my most rewarding experiences came from taking on challenges that stretched me beyond my comfort zone. Challenges are everywhere and my approach has always been to face them with persistence. I believe everyone faces successes and setbacks, and how you manage the latter is especially important. Instead of looking at failure negatively, I think it should be viewed as an opportunity for improvement and growth. That is often where your management skills are truly tested.

Life beyond work

Outside of work, I enjoy travelling and taking road trips with my family. It’s one way to bring the family together and spend some quality time. I’ve also tried my hand at drama in the past and enjoy singing, though nowadays my audience is limited to whoever’s in the car with me. But those early hobbies still bring me joy.

I also actively volunteer with scientific organizations such as the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society, the Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society (ACES), and the United States National Committee for the International Union of Radio Science (USNC-URSI). I was also elevated to Fellow at ACES and now serve as its Vice President.

For the past two years, I’ve also served as Chair of Commission K for USNC-URSI. Additionally, I am an IEEE Distinguished Lecturer for the Antennas and Propagation Society and serve as a voting member on its Administration Committee. And last year, I was appointed as the Chair of the Technical Committee on Antenna Measurement.

My editorial roles include serving as associate for renowned journals and area editor for International Journal of Electronics and Communications (AEÜ), with recent recognition as an outstanding associate editor for two IEEE publications. These accomplishments reflect my dedication and recognition as an expert in antenna design.

Pravin’s journey is a story of grit, growth, and leadership. Join us and work alongside pioneers like him who build, lead, and inspire the future of connectivity.
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