Optical Metrology Technician

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. Our people break through limitations and expectations daily, helping move our company—and the world—forward.

This role supports Corning’s Advanced Optics engineering organization, which focuses on high-precision optical components and solutions for demanding applications.

About the role

• Onsite in Rochester, NY, Monday–Friday, 40-hour week with flexibility as needed
• Negligible travel (<5%), including training, customer visits, conferences, and trade shows
• Occasional extra or off-hours support during periods of heightened project activity

Responsibilities

• Build and qualify metrology equipment
• Measure critical optical parameters
• Interpret drawings and tolerances
• Document test methods for manufacturing transfer
• Support training on test and measurement tasks

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 3+ years of experience utilizing instrumentation for testing precision optical components
• Hands-on metrology laboratory experience and industrial experience in optical metrology
• Familiarity with optical shop phase measuring interferometers
• Proficiency in Excel

Qualifications

• A.S./A.A.S. in Optical Science (preferred)
• Experience with interferometry, wavefront sensing, profilometry, precision tooling, polarization/polarimetry
• Experience with aspheric measurement methods (sub-aperture stitching, null testing, CGH design and implementation) a plus
• Understanding of geometrical optics and optical test methods
• Strong presentation and technical writing skills
• Proficiency with phase measuring software from Zygo, 4D, Apre, QED (preferred)

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

Pay

$60,821.00 – $83,629.00 per year (full-time). Starting pay depends on geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with business results
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career
• Matching 401(k) contributions (total retirement contributions can reach 7%–12% of pay, depending on age and years of service)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave and family building support
• Fitness programs, company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and disease management programs
• Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Recognition program to celebrate and reward contributions