Senior Staff Scientist - Precision Mechanical / Optomechanical Systems

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and development of precision optomechanical components and assemblies for advanced optical connectivity applications Translate complex technical needs into practical design, development, and execution decisions Drive solutions for alignment, tolerance, precision fabrication, assembly, and integration challenges Partner across multidisciplinary teams in research, development, engineering, and manufacturing Use design analysis, modeling, experimentation, prototyping, and technical judgment to de-risk programs and improve performance Help move technologies from concept through prototype, validation, and scalable implementation Provide technical leadership, communicate clearly across teams, and help build long-term capability in the organization Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Optomechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience; or M.S. in a related field with 5+ years of relevant industry experience; or B.S. in a related field with 7+ years of relevant industry experience Industry experience in precision mechanical systems, optomechanics, or similarly demanding hardware environments Experience designing and developing precision components and high-precision assemblies Strong background in tolerance analysis, alignment-sensitive systems, and precision fabrication/assembly Experience using CAD, modeling, and engineering analysis tools to design and evaluate precision components and assemblies Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary technical teams Strong communication and technical problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Optomechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience; or M.S. in a related field with 8+ years of relevant industry experience; or B.S. in a related field with 12+ years of relevant industry experience Experience with optomechanical systems for AI/HPC or other advanced optical hardware applications Expertise in precision mechanics for optical or micro-optical systems Experience with optical connectivity hardware, fibers, connectors, or related interfaces Experience with prototyping, lab testing, and development through scalable implementation Demonstrated technical leadership through project leadership, functional leadership, or delivery of work with significant impact in complex R&D environments The range for this position is $100,206.00 - $153,885.00 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] .