Mark Tan Cheng Wee
Summary
An outstanding leader with over 27 years of experience in key Leadership appointments, Strategy Development, Operations Management and Capital Acquisition in the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF). Mark has strong leadership and communication skills, a strategic perspective and proven ability to lead teams to deliver excellence. He developed strategies for the RSAF to adopt key technologies and innovative warfare concepts to maintain its edge. Mark raised the operational readiness of the RSAF’s Fighter fleet comprising 800 personnel, high value assets and infrastructure. He also accomplished the acquisition of the F-35 to make Singapore first to operate 5th Generation aircraft technology in the region. During his career, Mark setup key capabilities such as the Air Warfare Centre and four operational squadrons. He was a Colonel and part of RSAF’s Air Staff.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Commander Air Warfare Centre (AWC)
07.2022 - Current
- Developed strategies to acquire key technologies for RSAF’s capability edge into 2040
- Developed innovative warfare concepts for the RSAF
- Collaborated with AIRBUS to developed first A330-MRTT Automatic Air-to-Air Refuelling (A3R) capability in the world
- Restructured the AWC to increase operational efficiency
- Led RSAF contingent (18 aircraft and 400 personnel) at largest regional multi-lateral air combat exercise.
Deputy Commander Fighter Group
04.2019 - 07.2022
- Raised operational readiness of Fighter Group (FG), including squadrons in CONUS and Thailand
- Introduced enhanced fighter training concept and standards governance framework
- Expanded fighter training portfolio in Thailand, Guam, and Australia.
Deputy Commander Air Warfare Centre
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Setup the AWC to deliver operational value for the RSAF
- Developed initial capability and warfare concepts for the RSAF.
Commanding Officer F-15 Squadron
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Setup F-15 Squadron to anchor training and operational standards for the fleet
- Enhanced operational planning and processes to reap efficiencies from logistics workforce
- Attained Best Fighter Squadron award.
Branch Head, Air Plans Department
12.2013 - 12.2015
- Accomplished capital acquisition of the F-35 program worth several billion dollars
- Conducted extensive evaluation of F-35 operational, logistics, and sustainment requirements
- Delivered programme milestones through collaboration with US Government agencies, Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), and Singapore Technologies (ST)
- Established US basing and training requirements for F-35 operationalisation.
Goh Keng Swee Command and Staff College
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Distinguished Graduate.
Officer Commanding F-15 Squadron
07.2008 - 12.2012
- Setup US and local squadrons, and attained Full Operational Capability
- Operationalised the F-15 programme through collaboration with BOEING, US Air Force, and US Government agencies
- Established F-15 logistics and sustainment capability
- Selected as first group of pilots for F-15 training in the US
- Received and Operationalised 3 tranches of F-15 aircraft
Staff Officer and F-16 Pilot
06.2004 - 06.2008
- Developed operational plans and capabilities for the RSAF
- Setup F-16D+ squadron and attained Full Operational Capability
- Received and Operationalised 4 tranches of F-16D+ aircraft.
Overseas Posting in US
11.2001 - 11.2003
F-16 Operational Training (Top Graduate)
12.2000 - 11.2001
Pilot Training (Top Graduate)
04.1997 - 11.2000
Education
High School Diploma -
Stanford-NUS
Singapore08.2023
Skills
Leadership
Strategy development
Cross-functional agility
Start up and innovation
Capital acquisition
Project management
Change management
Operational planning
Certification
· Board Directorship Programme (Singapore Institute of Directors)
· Certificate in Accounting and Finance (NUS Business School)
· Certificate in Marketing Strategy (NUS Business School)
· Advanced Certificate in Sustainability (Singapore Management University) In Progress
· Data Analytics for Business (NUS Business School)
· Leading Transformational Change, Agility and Sustainability (NUS Business School)
· Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) and Certified Flying Instructor (CFI)
Timeline
Commander Air Warfare Centre (AWC)
07.2022 - Current
Deputy Commander Fighter Group
04.2019 - 07.2022
Deputy Commander Air Warfare Centre
08.2018 - 04.2019
Commanding Officer F-15 Squadron
01.2016 - 08.2018
Branch Head, Air Plans Department
12.2013 - 12.2015
Goh Keng Swee Command and Staff College
01.2013 - 12.2013
Officer Commanding F-15 Squadron
07.2008 - 12.2012
Staff Officer and F-16 Pilot
06.2004 - 06.2008
Overseas Posting in US
11.2001 - 11.2003
F-16 Operational Training (Top Graduate)
12.2000 - 11.2001
Pilot Training (Top Graduate)
04.1997 - 11.2000
High School Diploma -
Stanford-NUS
Operations Management
Through the course of his career, Mark gained extensive experience in Operations Management and ensured the operational readiness, and business continuity for the RSAF. Most notably, he oversaw the RTS of eight Fighter squadrons Overseas and in Singapore and worked with established Air Forces regularly to hone operational capabilities to a very high level. At the same time, he established and expanded the Fighter training portfolio for the RSAF in Thailand. As a result of international partnerships, Mark is adept at working with multi-cultural and cross functional teams., 8, Thailand
Procurement - Summary
Mark evaluated the RSAF’s Next Generation Fighter (NGF) program which led to the procurement of the F-35 for the RSAF, worth several billion dollars. He conducted a comprehensive evaluation of operational, logistics, manpower, and training requirements. The proposal was approved at MINDEF, making Singapore the first country in Southeast Asia to acquire a 5th Generation Fighter aircraft. In his recent roles, he has managed multi-million-dollar portfolios and projects.
Start Up And Innovation - Summary
Mark flew the F-16 and the F-15SG, and was involved in the startup and operationalization of these aircraft types providing him valuable experience in capability development. Furthermore, he kickstarted digitalization efforts that leveraged data to optimize training and work streams for the units under his charge.
Awards And Key Experience
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Pilot Trainee (Sword of Honour), 06/1997 - 11/2000
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, F-16 Pilot (Top Graduate), 01/2001 - 11/2003
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Set up new F-16 Squadron and Fighter Weapons Instructor (Top Graduate), 12/2003 - 04/2007
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Staff Officer, Air Operations Department, HQ RSAF, 05/2007 - 07/2008
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, F-15 Core Group training, 07/2008 - 05/2009
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Setup of US and Local F15 Squadron, 06/2009 - 12/2010
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Officer Commanding of F-15 Squadron, USA, 01/2011 - 12/2012
- Goh Keng Swee Command and Staff College, Student (Distinguished Graduate), 01/2013 - 11/2013
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Branch Head, Air Plans Department, HQ RSAF, 12/2013 - 12/2015
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Commanding Officer of F-15 Squadron, 01/2016 - 08/2018
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Deputy Commander Air Warfare Centre, 09/2018 - 04/2019
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Deputy Commander Fighter Group, 04/2019 - 07/2022
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Commander Air Warfare Centre, 07/2022 - 11/2023
- Republic of Singapore Air Force, Senior Project Officer, Air Operations Department, 12/2023 - Present
Strategy Development
Mark was responsible for Strategy development and advised the RSAF on key technologies to acquire in order to maintain its capability edge into 2040. To this end, he formulated capability development trajectories with key stakeholders and devised innovative warfighting concepts through experimentation and digital enablers. He identified key technologies and critical areas for investment to future proof the RSAF and was involved in development of the engineering master plan to support technology implementation., Through experimentation, he developed innovative warfighting concepts to enhance the RSAF’s warfighting capabilities. These efforts have allowed the RSAF to sharpen its focus and invest in relevant areas to ensure the buildup of future capabilities for an unrivalled edge. Mark was pivotal to the buildup of the RSAF’s AWC and delivery of key strategies.
Awards
· Singapore Armed Forces Good Service Medal – 5 Years (Apr 2002)
· Singapore Armed Forces Long Service and Good Conduct Medal - 10 Years (Mar 2007)
· Singapore Armed Forces Long Service and Good Conduct Medal - 15 Years (Apr 2012)
· Singapore Armed Forces Long Service and Good Conduct Medal - 20 Years (Apr 2017)
· National Day Award Commendation Medal (Military)
· Singapore Armed Forces Long Service and Good Conduct Medal - 25 Years (Apr 2022)
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