Keivan Malhani

About Keivan Malhani

TS/SCI-cleared engineering professional pivoting into product and program management roles, with a strong foundation in systems integration, testing coordination, and Agile workflows. Experienced in supporting multi-disciplinary teams through complex satellite software integrations, managing Jira-based task and bug tracking, and automating test processes to improve delivery efficiency.At Northrop Grumman, I contribute to spacecraft mission readiness by participating in cross-functional testing events, collaborating on Problem Report (PR) tracking and resolution discussions, and ensuring alignment between program and customer requirements.Driven by a desire to build reliable, high-impact systems through clear communication and team coordination. Outside of work, I’m passionate about mountaineering and travel photography—always looking for the next summit or story to capture.

Experience

1. Software Integration & Testing Engineer

   Northrop Grumman

   Feb 2023 — Present · Colorado Springs, CO, US

   Develop and enhance standalone FreeFlyer tools and upgrade legacy scripts, significantly expanding mission-planning capabilities and eliminating key operational bottlenecks • Spearhead enterprise-wide testing events that directly contribute to successful launch readiness for multiple spacecraft, reducing pre-launch risk and accelerating timelines • Define and refine program-to-customer interface requirements, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and directly improving mission assurance and contract compliance • Plan and execute critical software and hardware upgrades that streamline orbital-analysis workflows, increasing automation and accuracy • Design and execute comprehensive test procedures—including cybersecurity testing—for mission-planning software, ensuring secure, high-quality releases that meet evolving technical and compliance requirements• Partner with developers to automate regression and feature testing in TestComplete, accelerating test cycles and reducing manual testing effort by 40%+ • Create and maintain agile software documentation while managing Jira-based workflows, helping the team prioritize high-impact work and maintain delivery momentum • Lead the creation and tracking of Problem Reports (PRs) in Jira, presenting root causes and resolutions during weekly cross-functional meetings to drive continuous improvement • Configure and operate spacecraft scenario simulators across multiple vehicles, providing critical validation of mission performance prior to real-world deployment

Education

• Park View High School

  Advanced High School Diploma

• Virginia Tech

  Electrical and Electronics Engineering