Micro Optics Engineering Manager

Corning•Keller, TX

4d•$147,880 - $203,335•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in materials science, known for its innovations in glass, ceramics, and related materials. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of optical solutions for the broader communications industry, serving both carrier and enterprise networks. This role is crucial for leading manufacturing engineering efforts through a network of contract manufacturers, ensuring robust process transfer, high-yield production, and consistent product quality for micro-optical components/assemblies and optical cable assemblies. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in optical assembly processes and a proven ability to scale products through external partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Optical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field)
15+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
Expertise in optical assembly processes (active/passive alignment, bonding, curing, precision placement)
Strong exposure to outsourced or contract manufacturing models
Strong knowledge of process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), SPC, DOE, and failure analysis
Demonstrated success in managing supplier performance and driving improvements remotely and on-site
Proven experience transferring products to contract manufacturers and scaling to high-volume production
Experience working with global manufacturing partners (Asia, North America, etc.)
Familiarity with Telcordia and other optical qualification standards

Nice To Haves

Deep hands-on experience with Fiber Array Units (FAUs), including assembly processes, alignment techniques, and yield challenges
Experience with optical transceivers, silicon photonics, or data center interconnect products

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing engineering activities across contract manufacturers (CMs) for micro-optical products and optical cable assemblies.
Own end-to-end process transfer from NPI into volume production at CM sites.
Oversee equipment selection, qualification, and replication across CM sites.
Develop and standardize manufacturing processes for FAUs, including fiber alignment, attachment, and optical performance optimization.
Establish clear process documentation (work instructions, control plans, FMEAs) for deployment at CM partners.
Drive yield improvement, cost reduction, and cycle time optimization across external manufacturing sites.
Define and monitor KPIs (yield, throughput, scrap, Cp/Cpk, on-time delivery) for CM performance.
Lead regular technical reviews and on-site audits with contract manufacturers.
Support supplier selection, development, and qualification for optical components and materials.
Collaborate with quality teams to ensure compliance with qualification standards and reliability requirements.
Troubleshoot production issues remotely and on-site, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions.