Test & Qualification Laboratories Supervisor

Corning•Keller, TX

7d•$131,667 - $181,043•Onsite

About The Position

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 Supervisor to oversee lab operations and capability development of optical test systems and to provide leadership and guidance to a team of T&Q technicians and engineers.

Requirements

BSc in Engineering or Optical Physics
5+ years of engineering experience in optics and/or optical metrology
Hands-on experience with fiber optic components and test equipment (lasers, optical switches, power meters)
Strong knowledge of statistical data analysis

Nice To Haves

MSc in Engineering or Physics with emphasis in optics
Accomplished in area of fiber optic measurements (evidenced by published papers, new measurement system development or enhancements, etc.)
Experience in a laboratory environment supporting product qualifications.
Familiarity with programming, preferably LabVIEW
Familiarity with relevant industry standards including Telcordia, ISO, & IEC.

Responsibilities

Supervise all activity in a fiber optic testing laboratory; responsible for product testing and qualification and the design, development, evaluation & implementation of required optical test and measurement systems, methods & procedures.
Acts as primary interface from the T&Q lab to internal customers for test programs and communications.
Evaluate the need for new measurement systems & measurement system automation and implement these systems according to the capability roadmap for the lab.
Ensure robust calibration program in place for all laboratory test equipment.
Develop & administer budgets, schedules and performance standards for the laboratory.
Represent laboratory in internal and external audits, including ISO 17025.
Recruit, hire, integrate talent, and develop a skilled workforce.
Define capital needs for laboratory equipment, write AR’s, order and implement equipment into the lab.
Build global linkages to other testing groups within Corning to further the group’s expertise and capability. Effectively interface with all levels of COC organization.
Keep up to date with evolving fiber optic technology and testing procedures, measurement equipment, theories and techniques.