Requisition Number: 76335
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Role PurposeWe are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support product development with product qualification, reliability, and environmental testing of fiber optic and micro-optic components and assemblies. This role focuses on developing and executing test plans, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring micro-optical products meet performance and reliability requirements prior to production and deployment. The ideal candidate is hands-on and looking to grow technical depth in optical qualification and reliability engineering.
Key Responsibilities- Plan, develop, and execute product verification and qualification plans for fiber optic and micro-optic components and assemblies
- Set up and operate environmental and mechanical tests (thermal cycling, humidity, vibration, and mechanical shock); build and maintain optical test setups to characterize performance throughout testing
- Collect, analyze, and document test data to identify performance changes, degradation, or failure modes; produce clear qualification and validation reports
- Support failure analysis and corrective action with design and manufacturing teams; coordinate outsourced qualification testing at external labs as needed
- Maintain compliance with relevant industry standards (Telcordia, IEC, JEDEC, ISO) and support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) projects through proper stage gating and change management
Experiences/Education - Required- Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in an engineering role
- Hands-on experience with measurement and characterization equipment
Experiences/Education - Desired- Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in optics, micro-optics, opto-mechanical systems, or optical qualification/reliability testing
- Hands-on experience with environmental/reliability test equipment (thermal chambers, humidity chambers, vibration/shock testing)
- Experience with optical measurement tools - Insertion Loss (IL), Return Loss (RL), polarity, and interferometers
- Experience with test automation or scripting (Python, LabVIEW)
- Knowledge of accelerated life testing concepts
Key Competencies- Applies structured analytical thinking to identify failure modes and root causes from test data
- Maintains high accuracy and repeatability in test setup, execution, and documentation
- Follows established test procedures while identifying and contributing to process improvement opportunities
- Works effectively in a hands-on lab environment and engages across design and manufacturing teams to drive shared outcomes
Travel/Location of Work- Travel up to 30% domestic and international.
- Onsite Corning, Keller, TX facility.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $81,677.00 - $112,306.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
A job that shapes a life. Corning offers you the total package. Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
- Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
