Reflective and EUV Optics Program Manager

$183,877 - $252,831/Yr

Corning - Corning, NY

Full-time - Senior

Corning, NY

Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Reflective and EUV Optics Program Manager will lead technology, commercial, and manufacturing initiatives related to the Reflective Optics business within Corning's Advanced Optics Development group. This role involves articulating technology and commercial strategies, executing workstreams for product and process development, and managing a cross-functional team to ensure the successful launch of the Reflective Optics program. The position requires a strong technical background in optics and materials, along with excellent communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work with D&E teams to advance capabilities in EUV/Reflective optical finishing, cleanliness, and coatings/A&T.
• Provide technical direction and roadmaps for capability-development based on industry trends.
• Expand product and process knowledge-base in Reflective optics.
• Leverage Corning's materials expertise to advance the value proposition for Reflective optics components and assemblies.
• Align technology strategy with overall business direction, including external partnerships and M&A options.
• Allocate and manage D&E funding for the program; provide a view on long-term spending and resource requirements.
• Collaborate with commercial/account teams to deepen customer relationships in the area of EUV/Reflective optics.
• Work with commercial technology to outline the markets and segments for Reflective optics.
• Support PLM in developing business strategy and business case for Reflective optics components and assemblies.
• Support key customer and partner interactions, and internal executive presentations.
• Outline short-term (pilot-plant) and long-term manufacturing strategies.
• Articulate process architecture consistent with capability requirements and cost targets.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to develop CTQ metrics and relevant metrology strategy.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Optical Physics, Experimental or Applied Physics with 10-15 years of relevant experience, or MS degree with 15-20 years of experience.
• Deep understanding of optics and materials and light/matter interaction.
• Experience with refractive, reflective, and catadioptric optical designs and tradeoffs.
• Knowledge of design of optical and functional surfaces and coatings, and related equipment and metrology/characterization.
• Ability to integrate optical components in systems, recognizing relevant opto-mechanical and reliability challenges.
• Experience leading matrixed, cross-functional teams in an emerging business segment.
• Proven track record in setting and executing technology, business, and manufacturing strategies and roadmaps.
• Understanding of business financials, including P&L and ROI.
• Ability to work with external entities (customers, partners) and key internal stakeholders.
• Willingness to collaborate with the commercial team to develop value propositions and support technical interactions with customers.
• Understanding of process and product CTQs and requirements for scaling to engineering and manufacturing.
• Solid organization skills and ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong technical curiosity and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in applying optics to industries such as semiconductor fabrication, automotive sensors, displays, and consumer electronics devices.
• Understanding of cleanliness requirements for processing and assembly of materials and components.
• Stay updated on technical trends and developments in the industry by attending trade shows and conferences.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
• 100% company-paid pension benefit
• Life insurance coverage
• Disability benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Mental health/substance use programs
• Fitness and disease management programs
• Companywide bonus programs
• Professional development programs