Test and Qualification Engineer

Corning Incorporated; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

Full pension

Health benefits

Parental leave

Life insurance

Paid time off

EAP

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Test and Qualification Engineer to design, build, and automate optical test systems supporting the performance and qualification of fiber optic products. You will develop test methodologies, ensure measurement integrity, and collaborate with development and product teams.

You will lead experiments, verify results, and document test reports in alignment with industry standards while mentoring technicians and engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience in a laboratory environment.
• Experience with optical test equipment including lasers, switches, and power meters.
• Strong knowledge of optical metrology and measurement uncertainty.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and automate optical test systems; define measurement uncertainty, accuracy, and repeatability.
• Develop and verify test methodologies, calibration procedures, and software for automated test systems.
• Plan and execute product test programs; perform failure mode analysis and troubleshoot optical measurement systems.
• Document, verify, and approve test results, data analyses, and test reports per Telcordia, ISO, IEC, and customer requirements.
• Identify objectives, lead independent experiments, and coach technicians.

Skills

Optical metrology

LabVIEW programming

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics

Master's degree in optics/photonics

Tools

LabVIEW

Lasers

Optical switches

Power meters

Test equipment

Job description

Requisition Number: 78338

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us.

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.

Overview

Corning is seeking a Test and Qualification Engineer to design, build, and automate optical test systems that support the performance and qualification of fiber optic products. In this role, you will develop and validate test methodologies, ensure measurement integrity, and partner with development and product teams to drive technical excellence in Corning Optical Communications compliance and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and automate optical test systems; define measurement uncertainty, accuracy, and repeatability for optical equipment
• Develop and verify test methodologies, calibration procedures, and software for automated test systems
• Plan and execute product test programs; perform failure mode analysis and troubleshoot optical measurement systems
• Document, verify, and approve test results, data analysis, and test reports in alignment with Telcordia, ISO, IEC, and customer requirements
• Identify technical objectives, lead independent experiments, and coach and train technicians and team members

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics — or equivalent experience
• Experience in a laboratory environment
• Hands-on experience with optical test equipment, including lasers, optical switches, and power meters
• Strong knowledge of optical metrology
• Demonstrated programming skills; LabVIEW preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree with emphasis in optics or photonics
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards including Telcordia, ISO, and IEC
• Industry experience with fiber optics or other telecom products
• Experience compiling and analyzing large data sets using statistical methods
• Experience coaching or training technicians in a lab setting

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $81,701.00 - $112,339.00 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.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail].