Join industry experts as they discuss what it takes to scale additive manufacturing for aerospace and defense applications from qualification to repeatable production.
Aero and defense teams have been working with additive manufacturing (AM) for years. Today, parts are flying and supporting mission-critical systems. The challenge is not printing the part. It’s demonstrating that the part and the process behind it can meet program requirements
Qualification requirements, repeatability across builds, documentation, traceability, finishing, and inspection. These are the factors that determine whether a part moves forward or stalls.
In this informative webinar, we bring together perspectives from across the additive manufacturing process. From the industrial systems and materials used to produce high-performance parts, to the realities of applying AM in aerospace programs, to the workflows required to deliver consistent, repeatable production, this session shows how it all comes together.
The discussion draws on real-world experience supporting aerospace and defense applications where performance, consistency, and compliance are critical.
Stratasys and Stratasys Direct Manufacturing support high-requirement programs, backed by AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems, ITAR registration, and decades of additive manufacturing experience in aerospace and defense.
She oversees Project Engineering, Project Management, Order Management, and Purchasing. With nearly two decades of experience in the 3D printing industry, Melody has been an integral part of the growth and expansion of additive manufacturing at Stratasys Direct. She has witnessed firsthand the evolution of AM technologies from rapid prototyping applications to their increased adoption and utilization in the production of end-use parts. Melody has held various roles within Stratasys Direct, giving her a broad range of experience and expertise.
Jason joined Stratasys in 2025, where he focuses on cultivating strategic partnerships and driving growth within the government. Prior to joining Stratasys, he served 20 years in the United States Marine Corps, specializing in logistics, supply chain management, and operational planning. Prior to his military service, he served as a congressional staffer, supporting both Capitol Hill and district-level initiatives and gaining firsthand experience in government affairs and national-level decision-making. As Director of Government Business at Stratasys, Jason is responsible for developing key partnerships and advancing additive manufacturing capabilities for U.S. defense and federal customers. His work is focused on helping government organizations modernize production, strengthen supply chain resilience, and enable mission-ready manufacturing solutions in support of operational readiness. Jason holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Texas A&M University, a Master of Business Administration in Financial Management from the Naval Postgraduate School, and a Master of Professional Studies in Supply Chain Management from Penn State University.
Jason Prior is an Aerospace Executive at Stratasys Direct, where he develops and implements additive solutions for aerospace companies. He joined the organization in 2014 as a Project Engineer and has held leadership roles across engineering, operations, and sales. Jason began his career as a manufacturing engineer and brings over a decade of experience in advanced production environments. He has supported major aerospace and defense customers including Lockheed Martin, Collins Aerospace, and General Dynamics, and has led teams and facility operations in Michigan. His experience spans production, benchmarking, and scaling programs, with a focus on helping customers move from prototyping to production.
