Ivan Melynk

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Principal - Noir Division

Education: Bauman Moscow State Technical University (Bachelors & Masters) & Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO):

Background: Arms Manufacturing, Metallurgical Science, Military Logistics, Advanced Munitions Strategy, Covert Operations, Technical Surveillance, Private Military Company Coordination, UAV and Missile System Development, Russian-Chinese Military Collaboration, Multilingual Negotiation (Russian, Mandarin, English), Leadership in Quantum8’s Noir Division.

Location: Moscow & Monaco

Yearly Base Compensation: $800,000 USD

Performance Payout Bonus: 1.2%

Description

Ivan Melnyk is the Principal of Noir Division at Quantum8 Technologies, where he combines decades of experience in munitions logistics, military intelligence, and arms manufacturing to lead investments in global defense and private security sectors. Known for his deep expertise in militia operations and metallurgical engineering, Ivan’s career reflects a lifetime dedicated to mastering the intersection of military-industrial strategy and geopolitical intelligence. His leadership ensures the Noir Division operates with precision and discretion, navigating the volatile and high-stakes world of international arms and defense.

Ivan’s career began with extensive training in Russia’s premier military-industrial institutions. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Science and a Master’s in Advanced Arms Manufacturing from Bauman Moscow State Technical University, where he specialized in high-performance materials for military applications. During his academic career, he conducted cutting-edge research on alloys for ballistic protection and missile systems, earning recognition from defense contractors and military agencies alike. He further advanced his expertise with a Doctorate in Military Logistics and Munitions Strategy from Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO), focusing on supply chain optimization for arms manufacturing and militia operations.

Ivan’s operational experience includes a decade-long tenure with the Wagner Group, where he led their Munitions Taskforce, overseeing the production, acquisition, and distribution of arms for high-priority militia operations across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. His role involved coordinating supply chains for advanced munitions, managing covert manufacturing operations, and integrating technical surveillance to monitor arms flows in contested regions. Ivan’s work was instrumental in ensuring logistical efficiency and maintaining the group’s dominance in volatile theaters of operation.

In addition to his expertise in arms manufacturing, Ivan developed strong ties with Chinese defense contractors and military experts. Through discreet collaborations, he facilitated technology transfers and co-developed advanced materials for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and missile guidance systems. His ability to bridge Russian and Chinese military-industrial expertise has made him a trusted figure in the global defense network.

At Quantum8’s Noir Division, Ivan leverages his background to oversee a $63.4 million portfolio focused on both public and private arms investments. His leadership in managing relationships with private military companies (PMCs) and global defense contractors ensures strategic preemptive investments ahead of geopolitical conflicts. Ivan’s deep knowledge of manufacturing and technical intelligence allows the Noir Division to execute complex deals, including financing arms production for mercenary operations while maintaining strict compliance with international regulations.

Ivan’s fluency in Russian, Mandarin, and English enables him to operate seamlessly across geopolitical boundaries, fostering relationships with contractors, governments, and private security firms. His contributions to Quantum8 reflect a unique combination of operational expertise, academic excellence, and strategic vision.

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Ivan Melynk

Principal - Noir Division

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