Optical Finishing Process Engineer
Apply now »Date: Jun 4, 2025
Location: Keene, NH, US, 03431
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 68934
The company built on breakthroughs.
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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
Scope of Position
We are seeking an Optical Finishing Process Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development and manufacture of advanced optical systems. In this role, you will focus on creating and refining processes and procedures for the final finishing of complex optical components made of metals, plastics, and crystals. Utilizing deterministic polishing tools, you will support aerospace and defense (A&D) sensor systems by finishing components to meet strict component specifications for figure, finish, and mid-spatial frequencies. Your work will also involve the use of advanced metrology tools, including interferometers, computer-generated holograms, and custom optical testing setups.
Experiences/Education - Required
- 4 year technical degree required
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in advanced optical component fabrication and testing.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience with deterministic, corrective finishing techniques for aspheric and freeform components.
- Significant experience in conventional polishing techniques for glass, infrared (IR), and metal materials, including knowledge of polishing slurries and cloths.
- Experience working with metrology tools, such as interferometers, non-contact metrology systems (e.g., Luphoscan or Ultrasurf), computer-generated holograms, and other optical measurement systems.
- Experience with CNC polishing processes for glass, IR, and metal materials, with experience using tools such as OptiPro and Satis Loh generators and polishers.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for machine setups and component-related issues.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong time-management capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels, from technicians to senior leadership.
- Advanced mathematical skills.
Experiences/Education - Desired
- Knowledge of optical surface geometry, particularly in relation to freeform surfaces.
- Experience with multiple optical substrate materials, finished optics handling and cleaning, and final inspection processes.
- Familiarity with CNC diamond turning machines, including Nanotech or Precitech systems.
- Familiarity with Zephyrcam, MATLAB, MX, Diffsys, Nanocam and Solidworks software packages.
- Knowledge of G&M code programming.
- Ability to read and interpret detailed part drawings with a working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $91,915.00 - $126,384.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
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, and career from day one
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
- 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.
- 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
Nearest Major Market: Bellows Falls
Nearest Secondary Market: Keene