Ahmet Faruk Ertürk

Ahmet Faruk Ertürk is a senior defense industry professional with more than a decade of experience managing major land platform programs, including main battle tanks, armored vehicles, and engineering platforms. Throughout his career at the Secretariat of Defence Industries, he has specialized in armored vehicle development, localization, and technology acquisition. He has overseen the successful delivery of complex acquisition programs and has contributed to shaping Türkiye’s long-term defense capabilities through innovative project models. His career reflects a balance of technical expertise and strategic vision, supported by international experience and advanced studies in technology management. Mr. Ertürk holds a Master of Science in Technology Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and is a graduate of the NATO Defence College Senior Course in Rome.