Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #180

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Submission Number: 180
Submission ID: 9028
Submission UUID: a39ea10d-1a72-4368-ba57-39fc4bb14afa

Created: Sun, 01/25/2026 - 08:58 PM
Completed: Sun, 01/25/2026 - 09:06 PM
Changed: Sun, 01/25/2026 - 09:06 PM

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Language: English

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Marissa
Heinsz
She/ Her
mkh25c@fsu.edu
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MS System Engineering
Marissa Heinsz is a graduate student in the Master of Science in Systems Engineering program at Florida State University. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Mercer University and currently works as a Mechanical Engineer at Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Georgia.
Marissa is interested in leadership because she hopes to inspire others to become the best versions of themselves to help them grow both professionally and personally. She plans to pursue leadership roles within engineering organizations while continuing to grow both technically and professionally.
“Leadership Beyond the Launch Pad” – Ellen Ochoa
Ellen Ochoa’s career is a wonderful example of leadership in demanding, high-risk environments. As a NASA astronaut and the first Hispanic woman to serve as Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, Ochoa led teams where safety, accountability, and collaboration were necessary for success. She was able to adapt her leadership style to meet the needs of her teams while remaining focused on NASA’s broader mission. Her experiences and challenges helped her shape her leadership style into one that is grounded in preparation and inclusion. Ochoa’s story provides meaningful insights for students and professionals interested in leadership within engineering and aerospace organizations.
Dr. Daniel R. Georgiadis
Florida State University
Systems Engineering
dgeorgiadis@eng.famu.fsu.edu
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Engineering Leadership, Aerospace, Ellen Ochoa
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Asynchronous Online Presentation
2026
5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025
https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=Z0uiZKBNXf5cL19hL1JLyx4re50Jk9FKhHSVaXVIlCw
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