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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test & Qualification Laboratories Supervisor - **Company:** Corning - **Location:** Keller, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $131,667.0 - $181,043.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Programming, LabVIEW - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/CDC9490326C84CD6A1CA23557DB5AA17/job/ ## About the Role * 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 Desired Qualifications * 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. ## Description 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. Primary Day to Day 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. 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