Sacramento, CA — September 24, 2025 — Mesotech, a leading provider of aviation weather observing systems and meteorological measurement solutions, today announced the appointment of Matt Jones as Chief Executive Officer.
Jones brings extensive experience in weather, environmental, and meteorological technology, having held senior leadership roles at Vaisala. Most recently, he served as President, Vaisala, Incorporated, where he oversaw operations delivering advanced measurement technologies across multiple markets.
“I’m excited to join Mesotech at this pivotal time,” said Jones. “The company’s reputation for reliable weather observing systems is well-established in aviation and beyond. My goal is to build on that legacy by driving innovation, strengthening customer partnerships, and positioning Mesotech for continued growth.”
Throughout his career, Jones has led initiatives that connect environmental sensing with service delivery and customer-focused engineering. His background includes aligning product development, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in highly demanding meteorological, transportation, defense, and aviation contexts.
Stephen Berchem, who has served as interim CEO, will step aside from day-to-day leadership to refocus his efforts on strategic growth initiatives in his capacity as Chairman of Mesotech.
“Matt’s background in weather instrumentation, environmental monitoring, and his leadership within one of the world’s foremost meteorological firms makes him exceptionally well-suited for Mesotech’s next chapter,” said Berchem. “I’m confident his vision and experience will accelerate our innovation roadmap and strengthen our global presence.”
Berchem has guided Mesotech through a period of significant expansion, bolstering the company’s market position and building a strong foundation for its next phase of growth.
Under Jones’s leadership, Mesotech will focus on advancing next-generation weather observing technologies, expanding its global customer base, and enhancing lifecycle support offerings. The company will continue investing in research and development, operational excellence, and customer success to ensure its systems meet evolving aviation, defense, and environmental monitoring needs worldwide.
About Mesotech
Founded in 1989, Mesotech is a U.S.-based provider of advanced meteorological and weather observing systems for aviation, defense, and enterprise applications. With more than 30 years of field-proven reliability, Mesotech specializes in the design, integration, installation, and lifecycle support of US Air Force systems FAA-approved Automated Weather Observing Systems (AWOS). The company’s mission is to deliver precise, dependable, and actionable weather intelligence that enhances safety, efficiency, and operational decision-making.
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