Locksmith - Tewksbury, MA

Prattwhitney; North Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Locksmith to join our security team in the TEWKSBURY, MA area. The role focuses on repairing, installing, and maintaining a wide range of locking devices, master key systems, and high-security containers. You will work with sensitive equipment and ensure compliance with DoD security standards.

You will plan installations, fabricate keys, and train junior staff while maintaining precise records. A strong ethics posture and ability to work with minimal supervision are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years locksmith experience.
• Experience with governing documents and codes to include the CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM).
• Licensed GSA container and vault technician.
• Certified LKM technician (X09/X10).
• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans work sequences and determines methods for creating keys and servicing locks.
• Opens locks using picking tools, disassembly techniques, or approved methods.
• Repairs locks by adjusting or replacing worn components; re‑combinates locks for master variations.
• Installs, replaces, and upgrades locking devices.
• Services, maintains, and changes combinations on classified containers and vaults.
• Designs and installs specialized locks for enhanced security needs; installs panic hardware and clocking devices.
• Develops and installs master key systems; creates new coding schemes and updates lock codes.
• Operates key‑making and key‑duplicating equipment; cuts, buffs, and finishes keys.
• Prepares requisitions for locks, keys, and related materials.
• Trains and mentors lower‑rated personnel in lock and key operations.
• Maintains accurate records of all master lock systems and combinations.

Skills

Locksmith expertise

Security hardware knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

AA/AS degree

Tools

Key-making equipment

Lock picking tools

Locksmith tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Locksmith, working in coordination with the Site Security Office, is responsible for repairing, adjusting, re‑combinating, and installing a wide range of locking devices, including multiple‑lever mechanisms and X09/X10 combination locks. This role will plan and execute installations of master key systems, X09/X10 locks, and LKM7003 locking devices. A working knowledge of GSA containers—including maintenance and repair—is required. The Locksmith will also fabricate, and duplicate keys as needed. You must have uncompromising integrity and ethics. You will be a self-starter with a positive attitude, highly motivated and able to work with minimal supervision with strong interpersonal skills and excellent customer service skills. You will be required to work effectively in a team environment and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. All these job responsibilities are to be executed in harmony with Raytheon's Code of Business Ethics and Conduct policy, which sets the standard by which we operate and how we treat others.

What You Will Do

• Plans work sequences and determines appropriate methods for creating keys and servicing all types of locks, including multiple‑lever, combination, and other security devices.
• Opens locks using picking tools, disassembly techniques, or other approved methods; decodes locks when keys or combinations are unavailable.
• Repairs locks by adjusting or replacing worn or broken components; re‑combinates locks to support master, sub‑master, and individual key variations, or assigns new numerical/alpha combinations for combination locks.
• Installs, replaces, and upgrades locking devices.
• Services, maintains, and changes combinations on classified containers and vaults.
• Designs and installs specialized locks for enhanced security needs; installs panic hardware and clocking devices, replacing glass and batteries when required.
• Develops and installs master key systems for plant and office facilities; creates new coding schemes and updates lock codes per requests using standardized coding references.
• Operates key‑making and key‑duplicating equipment; cuts, buffs, and finishes keys using gauges and standard locksmith tools.
• Prepares requisitions for locks, keys, and related materials.
• Trains and mentors lower‑rated personnel in lock and key operations.
• Maintains accurate records of all master lock systems and combinations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years locksmith experience
• Experience with governing documents and codes to include the CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM)
• Licensed GSA container and vault technician
• Certified LKM technician (X09/X10)
• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. This position is not eligible for Relocation assistance

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• flexible work schedules
• employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• parental leave
• paid time off
• holidays

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

Equal Opportunity Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

The salary range for this role is 53,100 USD - 100,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.