Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Overview

The company built on breakthroughs. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Requisition Number: 74599

The Mechanical Analysis Engineer supports the product design and development of precision optical assemblies subjected to environments associated with ground, flight, and space vehicles. The role uses finite element analysis (FEA) and other analytical methods to evaluate structural integrity and performance against requirements, inform design decisions, and support verification.

• Perform mechanical analysis supporting optical assemblies for survival environments, including random vibration, mechanical shock, temperature extremes, and thermal shock
• Evaluate failure modes, including bolted joint slip, ductile material yielding, brittle material fracture, fatigue damage, and bonded joint integrity
• Evaluate operational performance, including elastic and thermo-elastic deformation, heat transfer impacts, and dynamic response
• Define assumptions, margins, and recommendations that are traceable to requirements and suitable for design decisions
• Support verification testing and development experiments
• Participate in internal and customer technical reviews, presenting methods, assumptions, results, and conclusions clearly
• Collaborate closely with mechanical design engineers, optical engineers, and customers during development

• Minimum Education - BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, or equivalent
• Five + years of applied mechanical analysis experience using FEA and other analytical methods to support product development decisions
• Experience supporting hardware development and verification testing (including test execution support and requirements-driven reporting)

• Proficiency with at least one mainstream structural FEA tool

This role works primarily onsite in Keene, NH.

Occasional travel to other Corning sites or customer sites.

• Organized, meticulous attention to detail, self-starter, and motivated
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong written and oral technical communication
• Ability to work well in a team
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook)

• Experience with optical or opto-mechanical systems (e.g., stability-sensitive structures, tight alignment/tolerance requirements)
• Proficiency with Nastran or Ansys software
• Experience correlating structural models to test data
• Ability to work with export-controlled information (e.g., CUI/ITAR) in accordance with applicable requirements

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $95,227.00 - $ annually, assuming full-time status. Starting pay is dependent on location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Corning offers a comprehensive package to support health, wellness, and financial goals.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with key business results
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, and life insurance
• Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Recognition programs for exceptional contributions

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment.

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