Our team supports part production using documented processes, mechanical property data, and proven quality control—helping customers navigate FAA submissions and program requirements with confidence.
Stratasys Direct® produces parts in accordance with SAE AMS7100—the additive manufacturing specification that establishes process and material control for flight-ready polymer parts. With proven experience, a tested dataset, and controlled documentation, we’re ready to help you take the next step in qualifying additively manufactured parts for aerospace and defense applications.
AMS7100 is an SAE aerospace specification that defines the technical and quality assurance requirements for producing parts using fused filament fabrication (FFF) with ULTEM™ 9085 on Fortus 900mc systems. It covers process control, equipment setup, calibration, material handling, and mechanical property testing.
This documented process can support customers pursuing compliance with applicable FAA regulations—such as 14 CFR Parts 23, 25, 27, and 29, including:
What Stratasys Direct Provides
Parts produced using this process have already been used by aerospace manufacturers to support FAA & EASA submissions. Stratasys Direct provides the mechanical testing data and process documentation required to help streamline this path.
 Is AMS7100 Right for Your Program?
This spec is ideal for:
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Conrad Smith is the Global Director of Aerospace and Defense (A&D) at Stratasys, where he utilizes nearly two decades of industry experience within A&D to drive additive manufacturing solutions, strategic development and execution for Stratasys' A&D team. Before joining Stratasys, Conrad served as Director of Operations and Supply Chain at Shield AI, where he scaled the organization, implemented make/buy strategies and improved multiple KPIs. He developed and implemented a supply chain strategy that enabled exponential growth of production requirements, supporting Shields doubling in valuation. Conrad spent over 11 years at Northrop Grumman, culminating in the role of Director, Global Supply Chain Program Management, overseeing substantial material and labor expenditures. His experience spans material estimating, strategic sourcing, and international subcontract management. Throughout his career, Conrad has supported diverse aerospace programs, including manned and unmanned aircraft, spacecraft, and rotorcraft. Conrad holds a B.B.A. in Business Administration and an M.S. in Supply Chain Management from the University of San Diego.
