Development Technician
US$50,500 – US$69,500 / yr base salary
Posted 16 Oct 2026
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The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 2+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$50,500 – US$69,500 / yr |
|---|
Study levelAssociate degree or higher
Requisition Number: 78510
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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Overview
Corning is seeking a Development Technician to support product and process innovation within our new Photonics Connectivity Solutions program. In this role, you will work alongside development engineers and cross-functional teams to execute experiments, operate measurement equipment, manage glass packaging and shipments, and support the integration of new products and processes into production. This is a Monday–Friday, 40-hour-per-week role with minimal travel required.
Key Responsibilities
- Support development engineers with workflow planning and execution of product and process innovation experiments; provide observational input and data to enable process improvement
- Operate measurement devices and collect data to advance process understanding; apply troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve process and equipment issues
- Support integration of new products, processes, and equipment into production, including providing input during transitions and observations to enable continuous improvement
- Support prototype equipment development by providing design input and operating equipment
- Manage glass packaging and shipments to domestic and international partner facilities
- Train and coach new development, engineering, and operations personnel on equipment and processes; contribute resource input to project teams