Matthew Jones

Senior Application Engineer & Defence Technical Lead EMEA Stratasys

Matt Jones has been at the forefront of additive manufacturing (AM) for the defence sector, applying his deep technical expertise to mission-critical applications. With years of experience working alongside military contractors, aerospace engineers, and defence manufacturers, Matt plays a pivotal role in advancing AM adoption in defence and aerospace operations worldwide. He collaborates closely with design teams, engineers, and procurement specialists to help them integrate AM into combat-ready systems, maintenance operations, and battlefield logistics. His expertise spans from optimizing lightweight, durable component designs for aircraft and ground vehicles, to developing deployable AM solutions for rapid in-field part replacement, to enhancing defence manufacturing with custom tooling, jigs, and fixtures. Matt’s hands-on approach has made him a trusted advisor to defence primes, military suppliers, and specialist engineering teams, helping them overcome technical barriers, certification challenges, and material limitations. Whether it's flight-certified parts, ruggedized vehicle components, or next-gen soldier systems, his insights are driving the future of AM in the defence industry.