Job Description

Requisition Number: 74101

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​            

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

Come break through with us.  

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

Performs a variety of technical duties and activities including experimental procedures, collection of data from manufacturing process, data analysis and graphical analysis. May be involved with measurement labs and/or customer data to help engineers resolve customer complaints or improve manufacturing yields. May lead and direct P&M trades and/or contract trades personnel in equipment installation, repairs or upgrades

Day to Day Responsibilities

I. Execute RF coaxial connector qualification testing per customer & MIL specifications

• Interface with Design Engineering, Product Line Specialist and Applications Engineering to understand specific electrical, mechanical, and/or environmental requirements.
• Develop test plans in compliance with customer requirements
• Perform electrical, mechanical and environmental qualification tests to validate production
• Collect, compile and maintain data in an organized and retrievable manner
• Produce formal test qualification test reports suitable for presentation to customers

II. R&D prototype test and product characterization

• Collaborate with Design and Manufacturing Engineering teams in the development of new products by preparing test plans, methods and procedures, preparing samples, conducting tests and compiling data
• Collaborate with Design to define Critical-to-Quality attributes and define quality plans.
• Conduct electrical, mechanical and environmental tests to verify the integrity of new designs
• Collect, compile and maintain data in an organized and retrievable manner
• Complete work in accordance with Technology team objectives and the prioritized project portfolio. -Coordinate Competitive Analysis activities and document relevant findings

III. Support Quality and Technology functions with root cause analysis of customer facing quality issues

• Support corrective action teams to address customer field & other MOB issues.
• Troubleshoot new and existing products to assist in the resolution of manufacturing and application issues.
• Conduct electrical, mechanical and environmental tests to verify customer findings and support QIT group responses to customers
• Collect, compile and maintain data in an organized and retrievable manner -Collaborate with other functions to address Stage 4 product or process control issues creating a line-of-sight to achieve Product Quality Architecture targets.
• Project involvement:
• Collaborate with and support cross-functional teams in regards to out-sourcing and transfer activities.
• Provide support for the development of industry standards (e.g. SCTE, IEC, DSCC, IEEE).

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Electronics or equivalent military training
• 7+ years of experience required

Required Skills:

• Previous experience (7+ years minimum) as a RF test technician.
• Ability to read, understand and comply with customer Source Control Drawings (SCD)
• Fundamental understanding of RF coaxial transmission and passive component test methods
• Creation and execution of mechanical, electrical & environmental test plans
• Able to make sound & timely decisions by blending analytical thinking with practical judgment
• Use radio frequency, mechanical test and environmental equipment (e.g. vector network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, tensile test equipment, temperature/humidity chamber)
• Build Electrical Test Beds using Electrical Characterization equipment such as Signal Generator, Amplifiers, Oscilloscopes, etc to determine the electrical performance of the connector (or) connector assembly.
• Knowledgeable of general Electrical Characterization techniques such as Calibration, De-embedding, Time-Domain Analysis within the 40MHz to 100GHz frequency spectrum.
• Able to translate verbal and written instructions into actions
• Understanding of metrology
• Demonstrate proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Mechanical aptitude in use of tools, fixtures, gages and test equipment

Required Interpersonal Skills:

• Willingness and ability to teach/train others
• Strong writing and oral communication skills
• Ability to interact with customers on a professional level

Desired Skills:

• Analysis of competitive products -Knowledge of end-user RF market technologies and applications.
• Experience in Equipment Integration and Automation software such as LabView, BenchView, etc.
• Ability to work with hybrid RF/Optical products.

Soft Skills:

• Results oriented -Self-starter with the ability to perform with minimal supervision.
• Detail oriented
• Responsive to customer requests
• Effective and credible communicator
• Communicate with honesty, clarity and directness.
• Leader and Team Player

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $70,639.00 - $97,129.00 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 accommodations@corning.com .

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