Warrant Officer I Mohd Rashidi bin Md Tahir was born on 21 April 1982 in Mentakab, Pahang. He received his early education at Sekolah Rendah Kebangsaan Abu Bakar and continued his studies at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Mentakab, Pahang Darul Makmur.
Since joining the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) on 19 October 2000, he has served at various units including the Air Force School (STU), Air Force College (KTU), Subang Air Base, Malaysian Armed Forces Headquarters – Personnel Services Division, Labuan Air Base, No. 2 Air Region Headquarters, and RMAF Headquarters (MTU). In addition, he has held several positions such as Instructor, Warrant Officer of Labuan Air Base, Warrant Officer of No. 2 Air Region Headquarters, and Warrant Officer of the RMAF Headquarters.
WO I Mohd Rashidi bin Md Tahir has consistently demonstrated excellence and high commitment in every course he attended, having received the Best Student Award for the Parade Instructor Course and Best Student Award for the Warrant Officer Leadership Course. His experience and expertise in drill and ceremonial matters, as well as his capability in coordinating parades and official events at the Federal, State, Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), and RMAF levels, earned him the trust to be appointed as the RMAF Ceremonial Warrant Officer on 7 December 2023.
He currently holds the position of RMAF Warrant Officer and acts as a special advisor to the Chief of Air Force on existing policies related to service regulations, esprit de corps, and the culture of the RMAF. In this capacity, he also provides counsel to the top leadership of the RMAF in matters involving protocol and ceremonial arrangements for events at the International, National, State, and MAF levels. Furthermore, he plays the role of the "eyes and ears" by conveying information and feedback related to the welfare and concerns of RMAF Other Ranks personnel.
In recognition of his service and contributions to the Armed Forces and the nation, WO I Mohd Rashidi bin Md Tahir was awarded the Armed Forces Loyal Service Medal (BAT) in 2019 and the Medal of the Order of the Defender of the Realm (PPN) in 2023.
WO I Mohd Rashidi is known as a member of high moral character, sincerity, and honesty in carrying out his duties. His dedication, determination, and perseverance have greatly contributed to the success of various RMAF and MAF-level activities. His active involvement in task execution has inspired other personnel, making him a role model in terms of skills, knowledge, and exemplary behavior. He is also a recipient of the Excellent Service Award in 2009, 2021, and 2022, and has been entrusted with the highest position among RMAF Other Ranks as the 10th RMAF Warrant Officer, a position he continues to hold.
WO I Mohd Rashidi bin Md Tahir is married to Madam Eliza Hani binti Zaharudin on 15 August 2015, and the couple is blessed with two sons.