Muk Pandian

Muk Pandian has extensive experience in advanced capabilities and business development across various industries, particularly in aerospace and autonomous systems. Currently with Varda Space Industries since September 2021, Muk focuses on creating life-saving pharmaceuticals through orbital manufacturing and developing hypersonic vehicles. Previous roles include serving as an advisor at Cross Domain Systems, where advanced autonomous technologies were developed for military and commercial sectors, and as a business development and strategy lead at Sierra Technical Services for next-generation autonomous systems. Muk's notable tenure at Northrop Grumman spanned from 2006 to 2019, where significant leadership roles included managing international sales for aerospace systems and overseeing business development operations, which significantly boosted international sales. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Riverside, and certifications in Six Sigma and leadership from the Project Management Institute and UCLA.