Diksha Shinde
Evansville,IN
Summary
Seasoned mission control professional with extensive experience in analog space missions, fulfilling pivotal roles as a chemist and commander. Skilled in scientific communication as an article writer for a renowned scientific website, while progressing towards a career in astrophysics.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Article Writer
EuroMoonMars
Remote, France
07.2023 - Current
- Personally, working alongside Bernard Foing.
- Developing story ideas that are both interesting and relevant to readers.
- Analyzing reader feedback to identify areas for improvement in future articles.
- Conducting interviews with subject matter experts to obtain additional information for stories.
- Proofreading final versions of articles prior to submission.
- Performed in-depth research into topics to write clear and accurate copy.
- Used strong grammar and research skills to craft well-written, mistake-free copy.
- Attended team meetings to discuss projects, brainstorm ideas and put forward solutions to issues.
- Researched and wrote informative and accurate articles for various publications.
- Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to each assignment to produce best possible content.
Chemist/Commander Of Expedition 60
Analog Astronaut Training Center
Rzepiennik Strzyżewski, Poland
05.2023 - Current
- Led the planning and execution of mission objectives, including scientific research, equipment testing, and emergency response drills
- Collected and analyzed data from a variety of scientific experiments, contributing to the advancement of space exploration research
- Worked closely with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and other astronauts, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills
- Developed a strong technical skill set, including the operation of advanced scientific equipment, and the ability to perform maintenance and repairs on mission-critical systems.
- Coordinated strategy meetings to modify and develop operating procedures, techniques and research protocols for continued success.
- Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
- Created chemical compound techniques and prepared materials for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Induced chemical reactions using mixtures and catalysts and recorded test results.
- Completed standardized and groundbreaking tests on inorganic and organic compounds and wrote batching formulas on approved laboratory formulations.
Mission Control Analyst
Analog Astronaut Training Center
Remote, Poland
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Guiding analog mission trainees, together with Dr. Agata Kołodziejczyk
- Monitored and troubleshot IT infrastructure for operating issues, identifying failures and degradation.
- Utilized enterprise desktop management tools to remotely assist others and deploy software.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of software and technical developments through reading and training.
- Conducted workflow analysis, space design or cost comparison analysis.
- Providing technical support to mission operations teams in their daily activities
- Monitoring and analyzing spacecraft telemetry, commanding, and data products for anomalies or discrepancies
- Conducting regular maintenance on mission control systems to ensure optimal performance
- Providing training and guidance to new personnel on the proper use of mission control systems, as needed.
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Podar Jumbo Kids
Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted lead teacher in preparing lesson plans and activities.
- Organized educational games and activities to help children learn basic concepts, such as numbers, letters, and colors.
- Developed engaging story time sessions to encourage language development among young learners.
- Monitored children's eating habits and ensured they ate nutritious meals.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and brought up problems to parents.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Provided individual attention to each student, helping them with their academic and social needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05-2028
High School Diploma -
Jijau Junior College
Shelgao, Maharashtra04-2023
High School Diploma -
Podar International School (ICSE)
Aurangabad, Maharashtra 06-2022
Skills
- Contingency Planning
- Trend Analysis
- Technical assistance
- Data Collection
- Remote Support
- Data Compiling
- Strong mathematical skills
- Adept in physics
- Image processing
- Proposal Development
- Program coordination
- Written Communication
- Research data analysis
- Document Editing
- Project Management
- Issue Research
- Creative Writing
- Technical Writing
- Editing
- Research
- Proofreading
- Copywriting
Hobbies and Interests
- Theater
- Environmental conservation
- Art
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Travel
Timeline
Article Writer
EuroMoonMars
07.2023 - Current
Mission Control Analyst
Analog Astronaut Training Center
07.2023 - 05.2024
Chemist/Commander Of Expedition 60
Analog Astronaut Training Center
05.2023 - Current
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Podar Jumbo Kids
05.2021 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Physics
University of Southern Indiana
High School Diploma -
Jijau Junior College
High School Diploma -
Podar International School (ICSE)