Development Manager, Optical Fabrication

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians focused on optical fabrication development
• Translate business and product roadmaps into clear plans, priorities, and execution strategies
• Drive innovation in optical finishing and fabrication processes
• Manage schedules, budgets, technical risks, and tradeoff decisions across multiple priorities
• Partner with optical metrology, design, and coating teams, as well as external equipment vendors
• Ensure effective transfer of development work into engineering and production
• Build an inclusive, accountable culture through coaching, onboarding, and performance management
• Reinforce a proactive safety mindset across the team

Requirements

• BS, MS, or PhD in Optics, Physics, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in optical finishing and process development
• 3+ years of people leadership or technical team leadership experience
• Deep technical knowledge of high-precision optics fabrication technologies and methods
• U.S. citizen or U.S. person required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing new fabrication process technologies and validating capability
• Proven record of delivering technological innovation on schedule and within budget
• Experience with business case development and technical risk management
• Familiarity with program management tools such as MS Project
• Comfort using AI tools to support analysis, planning, or productivity

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Paid parental leave and family building support
• Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About the Company

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. Our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible, from the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space. We accelerate and transform markets including life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar.