Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of April 23, 2026, from the Under-Secretariat, by which a selective process is called for admission, through the general open access system, to the Civil Aeronautical Technical Engineers Corps |
|---|---|
| Official Gazette Publication | May 7, 2026 |
| Entry into force | April 23, 2026 |
| Access system | Open access (general system) |
| Required qualification | Civil Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent |
| Type of tests | Theoretical-practical exercises and merit evaluation |
| Calling body | Under-Secretariat (General State Administration) |
| Category | Public Sector — Civil Service |
| Official Gazette Reference | BOE-A-2026-9905 |
Civil aeronautical technical engineers who want to join the state civil service have a new open access call available. The Resolution of April 23, 2026 from the Under-Secretariat, published in the Official Gazette on May 7, 2026, calls the selective process to fill positions in the Civil Aeronautical Technical Engineers Corps through the general open access system.
This corps carries out specialized technical functions in the aeronautical field within the General State Administration. The call follows the framework of civil service regulations and the regulatory bases applicable to this corps.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution regulates all elements of the selective process. The key aspects are as follows:
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access system | Open access (general system). No internal promotion system is contemplated in this call. |
| Required qualification | Civil Aeronautical Engineering or recognized equivalent qualification. Must be accredited at the time of application. |
| Type of tests | Theoretical-practical exercises. The call establishes the subjects and format according to the regulatory bases. |
| Merit evaluation | Competition phase with merit assessment according to the regulatory bases applicable to the corps. |
| Deadlines | Established in the call bases. The resolution entered into force on April 23, 2026. |
| Regulatory framework | Civil service regulations and regulatory bases of the Civil Aeronautical Technical Engineers Corps. |
The process follows the usual scheme for technical corps of the General State Administration: an opposition phase with theoretical-practical exercises followed by a competition phase where the merits accredited by applicants are evaluated.
Economic and operational impact
For candidates, accessing this corps means joining the state civil service with the remuneration conditions and stability typical of technical corps of the General State Administration. The specific remuneration is not detailed in the call, but corresponds to the qualification group associated with Civil Aeronautical Engineering.
For public aeronautical sector organizations, this call represents a way to incorporate specialized technicians with functions defined in the state aeronautical field. The filling of these positions has a direct impact on the operational capacity of the organizations that depend on this technical corps.
From the candidate's perspective, the costs associated with the process include the participation fees established in the bases (whose exact amount is not specified in the published resolution) and the investment in preparation for the theoretical-practical exercises.
Who does it affect?
- Civil aeronautical technical engineers with official or equivalent qualification who want to access the state civil service.
- Civil Aeronautical Engineering graduates who are unemployed or in the private sector and seek job stability in the Administration.
- Aeronautical sector professionals with accumulated merits (experience, complementary training) who want to evaluate them in the competition phase.
- General State Administration bodies with needs to fill technical positions in the aeronautical field.
- Civil service exam preparation academies and centers specialized in state technical corps.
Practical example
A civil aeronautical technical engineer who currently works in a private sector company and can prove their official qualification can submit their application within the deadline established in the bases of this call.
In the opposition phase, they must pass the theoretical-practical exercises set by the call. If they pass, they move to the competition phase where their merits are evaluated: professional experience in the aeronautical field, additional training or other merits provided for in the regulatory bases of the corps.
If selected, they join the Civil Aeronautical Technical Engineers Corps of the General State Administration, carrying out specialized technical functions in the aeronautical field with the conditions typical of the state civil service.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify qualification: Check that you have the Civil Aeronautical Engineering qualification or recognized equivalent, an essential requirement to participate.
- Consult the complete bases: Access the full text of the call in the Official Gazette (BOE-A-2026-9905) to know the exact application deadline, participation fees and the syllabus of the theoretical-practical exercises.
- Prepare merit documentation: Gather and organize accreditable merits (professional experience, complementary training) for the competition phase, as merit evaluation can be decisive in the final result.
- Submit application on time: Complete and register the application within the deadline established in the bases. The resolution entered into force on April 23, 2026.
- Plan preparation: Organize the study of theoretical-practical exercises according to the official syllabus. Consider support from academies specialized in state technical corps if needed.
Frequently asked questions
What qualification is needed for the 2026 Civil Aeronautical Technical Engineers exam?
Civil Aeronautical Engineering qualification or recognized equivalent is required. It must be accredited at the time of submitting the application according to the bases of the call published on May 7, 2026.
What do the Civil Aeronautical Technical Engineers Corps exam tests consist of?
The process includes theoretical-practical exercises and a merit evaluation phase, according to the regulatory bases applicable to this corps of the General State Administration.
When did the Civil Aeronautical Technical Engineers exam call enter into force?
The resolution entered into force on April 23, 2026, although its publication in the Official Gazette occurred on May 7, 2026. Application deadlines are established in the call bases.
What body does the Civil Aeronautical Technical Engineers Corps belong to?
It belongs to the General State Administration through the Under-Secretariat, which is responsible for calling and managing the selective process for this technical corps.