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# 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:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3467797910&tx=ZT1817TTZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## 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. Effectively interface with all levels of COC organization.
 * Keep up to date with evolving fiber optic technology and testing procedures, measurement equipment, theories and techniques.