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Senior Technician - Metrology

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Date: Mar 3, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73617

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, and automotive 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

Role Purpose

We are seeking a Metrology Technician to join our GG Development Metrology QA & Test team. As a Metrology Technician you will be involved in calibrating, validating, and maintaining glass stress metrology systems used for production and development. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and performance of our metrology systems. This individual will be responsible for system QA, calibrations, maintenance duties, validations, software QA, hardware, and optics testing. The position involves a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving, and communication skills to support cross-functional teams in engineering, science, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Perform system QA and GRRs to ensure overall integrity of the hardware and software.
Perform system calibrations, validations, routine maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades.
Develop and perform software QA (functionality, performance, regression, and security) test plans and cases.
Identify, characterize, document and report bugs to software team.
Develop and maintain calibration and measurement SOPs.
Analyze business and user needs to identify opportunities for metrology hardware, software, and process improvements.
Provide technical support and training to engineers, scientists, and technicians.

Experiences/Education - Required

2 year (AAS) technical degree from an accredited institution OR 3+ years of work experience in Engineering, technical skilled trades or related technical fields.
Hands-on experience with troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading metrology systems.
Proficiency in analyzing complex systems to identify and resolve technical issues.
Familiarity with software QA and bug tracking tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting, training, and collaboration.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $70,421.00 - $96,829.00 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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