Test and Qualifications Lab Engineer

Corning Incorporated; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 82,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Pension plan

Health benefits

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability

Paid time off

EAP

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Austin, TX, is seeking a Test and Qualification Lab Engineer to design and automate optical test systems, develop methodologies, and drive measurement accuracy across qualification programs.

You will calibrate procedures, plan tests, and document results while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with Telcordia, ISO, and IEC standards. Travel up to 15-20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Optical Physics.
• 3+ years in fiber optic or telecommunications product testing.
• Hands-on with fiber optic components and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and automate optical test systems.
• Develop and implement test methodologies and software for automated tests.
• Develop calibration procedures and define measurement uncertainty.
• Plan and execute product test programs; perform failure mode analysis.

Skills

Optical metrology

Fiber optics

Data analysis

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Optical Physics

Master's degree in optics (desired)

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

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.

Requisition Number: 78520
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's Test and Qualification Laboratory provides trusted, standards-based optical testing of fiber optic products to support product innovation cycles. We are seeking a Test and Qualification Lab Engineer to design and automate optical test systems, develop rigorous measurement methodologies, and drive accuracy and repeatability across our product qualification programs.

Primary Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Design, build, and automate optical test systems; apply scientific principles and best practices to develop solutions for complex measurement challenges
• Develop and implement test methodologies and software for automated test systems, and assess accuracy and repeatability
• Develop calibration procedures and define measurement uncertainty
• 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
• Independently identify technical objectives and critical experiments; contribute to and lead project workstreams
• Coach and train technicians and engineers
• Generate test reports and laboratory procedures

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Optical Physics with 3+ years of relevant industry experience with fiber optic or telecommunications products
• Hands‑on experience with fiber optic components and test equipment (lasers, optical switches, power meters)
• Strong knowledge of optical metrology and statistical data analysis
• Ability to travel 15-20%

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree with emphasis in optics or photonics
• Experience in a laboratory environment supporting product qualification or optical certification programs
• Experience leading technical workstreams or mentoring engineers and technicians
• Demonstrated programming skills, preferably in LabVIEW
• Familiarity with relevant industrial standards including Telcordia, ISO, and IEC

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $81,701.00 - $122,551.20 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].