Senior Optical Test & Qualification Lab Leader

Corning Inc.; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Pension plan

Health benefits

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Keller, TX, is seeking a Test and Qualification Lab Supervisor to oversee the fiber optic testing laboratory and guide the development of optical test systems.

You will lead a team of T&Q technicians and engineers, ensuring rigorous testing and qualification programs. The role requires 5+ years in optics/metrology, hands-on fiber optic equipment experience, and a strong grasp of data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Optical Physics.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in optics and/or optical metrology.
• Hands-on experience with fiber optic components and test equipment.
• Strong knowledge of statistical data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all activity in a fiber optic testing laboratory; responsible for product testing and qualification and the design, development, evaluation & implementation of required optical test and measurement systems, methods & procedures.
• Acts as primary interface from the T&Q lab to internal customers for test programs and communications.
• Evaluate the need for new measurement systems & measurement system automation and implement these systems according to the capability roadmap for the lab.
• Ensure robust calibration program in place for all laboratory test equipment.
• Develop & administer budgets, schedules and performance standards for the laboratory.
• Represent laboratory in internal and external audits, including ISO 17025.
• Recruit, hire, integrate talent, and develop a skilled workforce.
• Define capital needs for laboratory equipment, write AR’s, order and implement equipment into the lab.
• Build global linkages to other testing groups within Corning to further the group’s expertise and capability. Effectively interface with all levels of COC organization.
• Keep up to date with evolving fiber optic technology and testing procedures, measurement equipment, theories and techniques.

Skills

BSc in Engineering

Optical Physics

Optical metrology

Fiber optic testing

Statistics

Education

BSc in Engineering or Optical Physics

MSc in Engineering or Physics (Optics)

Tools

Lasers

Optical switches

Power meters

Job description

Corning Inc. in Keller, TX, is seeking a Test and Qualification Lab Supervisor to oversee the fiber optic testing laboratory and guide the development of optical test systems.

You will lead a team of T&Q technicians and engineers, ensuring rigorous testing and qualification programs. The role requires 5+ years in optics/metrology, hands-on fiber optic equipment experience, and a strong grasp of data analysis.