ESS Technician/Locksmith

Overview

The ESS Technician/Locksmith supports NASA’s Fairmont facility by maintaining multiple facility systems and handling all lock-and-key operations. Duties include installing and repairing mechanical/electronic locks, managing key control, performing emergency openings, changing safe combinations, issuing keys and padlocks, and maintaining accurate work order records.

This posting is in anticipation of a future position.

Responsibilities

• Process key requests, verify authorization, prepare documentation, and distribute keys per established procedures.
• Maintain accountability of all master keys and assist with key audits and lost‑key incident reviews.
• Install, service, and coordinate removal of locks and safes, including changing combinations for safes and vaults.
• Provide locksmith support for critical assets, including lunar and planetary sample areas.
• Advise maintenance, engineering, operations, and security personnel on locking devices and keying materials.
• Maintain shop tools, equipment, and an inventory of spare parts for locksmith and security‑system work.
• Support, repair, and maintain intrusion detection and CCTV systems.
• Follow all safety, personnel, and departmental policies while completing assigned duties.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Top Secret Clearance needed (not required to start).
• Ability to obtain Locksmith Certification and Safe & Vault Technician/Inspector Certification within predetermined time post-appointment.
• LENEL OnGuard Core and OnGuard Professional certifications (or ability to obtain).
• Knowledge of Physical Access Control Systems, including access‑level management, PACS programming, reporting, and video system administration
• Experience with repair, installation, and maintenance of electronic equipment, circuit boards, processors, chips, and related hardware/software.
• Understanding of telecommunications system operation, switching, control, and transmission.
• Completion of required NASA SATERN training, including annual IT security.