Optical Metrology Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Technical Lead on new programs; partner with multi-disciplinary project teams to design, integrate, and qualify custom optical metrology equipment Design or specify optical test methods and instrumentation to characterize wavefront, polarization, surface form, and other precision parameters of optical assemblies Use in-house and commercial metrology tools and software to execute measurement programs and assess optical assembly performance Analyze optical component surface maps to assess complex shapes using Zernike and asphere polynomials Read and interpret optical drawings containing optical tolerancing and ISO (International Organization for Standardization) specifications; apply [Confirm acronym: source reads "GD&R" — likely GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)] principles as required Create, document, and transfer metrology methods and test procedures to manufacturing; train manufacturing personnel on test and measurement execution Provide technical guidance on instrumentation selection, capability development, and measurement validation across cross-functional development programs Required Qualifications B.S. in Optics or Physics 5+ years of experience designing instrumentation for testing precision optical components and systems, including hands-on industrial optical metrology laboratory experience Demonstrated experience with optical shop phase measuring interferometers Experience with geometrical optics and optical test methods Ability to read and interpret optical drawings with [Confirm: GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)] tolerancing specifications Demonstrated ability to lead technical programs from concept through manufacturing transfer, managing scope, milestones, and cross-functional coordination Able to prepare and deliver technical presentations, test procedures, and written reports for multi-disciplinary teams and customers Proficiency in Excel Desired Qualifications M.S. in Optics or Physics 10+ years of experience designing instrumentation for testing precision optical components and systems, including hands-on industrial optical metrology laboratory experience Experience with interferometry, wavefront sensing, deflectometry, and polarization/polarimetry techniques Experience with aspheric measurement methods including sub-aperture stitching, null testing, and CGH (Computer Generated Hologram) design and implementation Familiarity with optical and stylus profilometry, roughness measurement, microscopy, gauge studies, and measurement uncertainty assessment Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or other analytical software; experience with phase measuring software from Zygo, 4D, Apre, or QED Technologies a plus This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $112,902.00 - $155,240.00 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 [email protected] .