Principal Mechanical Architect for High-Performance Systems

Viken Detection; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Viken Detection in Burlington, MA seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership and architectural ownership across advanced detection and imaging systems. This high-level individual contributor role shapes design strategy and delivers manufacturable, reliable solutions from concept through sustaining engineering.

This role requires engineering excellence, strong communication, and the ability to mentor teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in complex mechanical product development.
• Proven system ownership on shipped products.
• Experience with electromechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as mechanical system architect for major product platforms.
• Lead design decisions, trade studies, and risk mitigation.
• Establish mechanical standards and reusable architectures.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across teams.
• Oversee NPI, production readiness, and supplier engagement.
• Mentor engineers and lead technical reviews.

Skills

System leadership

System architecture

Cross-functional collaboration

Product development

Mentoring

Risk mitigation

Manufacturing knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Onshape

FEA

Job description

Viken Detection in Burlington, MA seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership and architectural ownership across advanced detection and imaging systems. This high-level individual contributor role shapes design strategy and delivers manufacturable, reliable solutions from concept through sustaining engineering.

This role requires engineering excellence, strong communication, and the ability to mentor teams.