Microwave Lab Supervisor — RF Test Lead

Corning Inc.; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Health benefits

Bonuses and incentives

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Microwave (MW) Lab Supervisor to lead the RF coaxial connector qualification and validation lab in Phoenix, AZ. You will direct a technical team and ensure testing meets customer, industry, and military specs with focus on lab readiness, documentation, scheduling, and efficiency.

This hands-on leadership role requires an Associate degree in Electronics, 6+ years in lab/manufacturing environments, and proven ability to manage tests, develop SOPs, and coordinate with external

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics or related field.
• 6+ years in lab/engineering/manufacturing environments.
• Experience leading technical teams or laboratory activities.
• Knowledge of MIL-PRF-39012 and MIL-PRF-31031 standards.
• Ability to read and apply technical drawings and test requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise RF coaxial connector qualification and validation testing per requirements.
• Manage daily lab operations including scheduling, staffing, equipment readiness, and materials procurement.
• Hire, onboard, train, and develop laboratory personnel with coaching and feedback.
• Oversee test planning, data documentation, and qualification report preparation for quality compliance.
• Develop and maintain SOPs; coordinate calibration and external lab interfaces.

Skills

RF coaxial testing

Laboratory leadership

MIL-PRF standards knowledge

SOPs & documentation

Project management

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

Test equipment familiarity

Job description

Corning is seeking a Microwave (MW) Lab Supervisor to lead the RF coaxial connector qualification and validation lab in Phoenix, AZ. You will direct a technical team and ensure testing meets customer, industry, and military specs with focus on lab readiness, documentation, scheduling, and efficiency.

This hands-on leadership role requires an Associate degree in Electronics, 6+ years in lab/manufacturing environments, and proven ability to manage tests, develop SOPs, and coordinate with external