Senior Staff Scientist - Precision Mechanical / Optomechanical Systems
About The Position
Corning is hiring a Staff Scientist or Senior Staff Scientist in Precision Mechanical / Optomechanical Systems for its Science & Technology organization at Sullivan Park in Corning, New York. The position supports development of optical connectivity solutions for AI and high-performance computing by designing precision components and assemblies that enable advanced optical hardware to be aligned, integrated, and manufactured reliably. The role is open at multiple levels; level and compensation depend on the selected candidate’s education, experience, technical depth, and demonstrated leadership. The successful candidate will apply expertise in precision mechanical systems—ideally including optomechanics or similarly demanding hardware environments—to address difficult technical challenges and help advance next-generation technologies from concept to reality. The work involves technical leadership, engineering judgment, collaboration across research, development, engineering, and manufacturing, and development of technologies through prototype, validation, and scalable implementation.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Optomechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field and at least 2 years of relevant industry experience; or an M.S. in a related field and at least 5 years; or a B.S. in a related field and at least 7 years.
- 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 and 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.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Optomechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field and at least 3 years of relevant industry experience; or an M.S. in a related field and at least 8 years; or a B.S. in a related field and at least 12 years.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Solve alignment, tolerance, precision fabrication, assembly, and integration challenges.
- Partner with 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 across teams, and help build long-term organizational capability.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
- 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions; total company retirement contributions may reach 7% to 12% of pay, depending on age and years of service.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid parental leave and family building support.
- Fitness benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits.
- Disease management programs.
- Paid time off.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
