Key data
| Regulation | Resolution 430/38371/2026, of August 5, from the State Secretariat for Defense |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | September 3, 2026 |
| Entry into force | Not specified |
| Position called | General Secretary of INTA (National Institute of Aerospace Technology) |
| Provision system | Free appointment |
| Position level | 30 |
| Specific allowance | €35,952.70 |
| Required subgroup | A1 |
| Minimum seniority | 20 years as a civil servant or career military officer |
| Security clearance | NATO SECRET and EU SECRET (or ability to obtain it) |
| Application deadline | 10 calendar days from publication in the BOE (from 3/09/2026) |
| Category | Public Sector |
A high-level management position at the Ministry of Defense's leading aerospace organization is being opened with a very demanding profile and an extremely short application deadline. The Resolution 430/38371/2026, published on September 3, 2026, calls for the provision of the position of General Secretary of the National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA) through the free appointment system. The specific allowance amounts to €35,952.70 and the position level is 30, the maximum on the career civil service scale.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution calls, through the free appointment system, for the position of General Secretary of INTA, a public body attached to the Ministry of Defense specialized in aerospace research and development. The functions of the position are broad and cross-cutting within the organization:
- Human resources management
- Administrative contracting
- Budget management
- Comprehensive security
- Information technologies (IT)
- Environment
- INTA corporate image
The selection process is not limited to the assessment of documentary merits: it combines three differentiated phases.
| Phase | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Documentary assessment | Review of professional history and merits accredited by the candidate |
| 2. Self-assessment questionnaire | Assessment of management competencies through a specific questionnaire |
| 3. Interview with experts | Personal interview before a panel of designated experts |
Access requirements are cumulative: it is necessary to meet all of them to be able to submit an application.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Classification subgroup | A1 |
| Minimum seniority | 20 years as a career civil servant or equivalent career military officer |
| Security clearance | NATO SECRET and EU SECRET, or accredited ability to obtain it |
Economic and operational impact
The position offers significant supplementary remuneration. The specific allowance of €35,952.70 is added to the basic remuneration corresponding to subgroup A1 and level 30. In practical terms, level 30 is the ceiling for the destination allowance system for career civil servants in Spain, placing this position in the highest salary band of the General State Administration.
From an operational perspective, whoever holds the position will assume direction of critical INTA areas: from the management of aerospace R&D contracts to the security of classified information, including the administration of human resources in an organization with a high-level technical-scientific profile.
The requirement for NATO SECRET and EU SECRET security clearance reflects the sensitive nature of the information handled by INTA in the context of national and international defense projects. This clearance is not automatic: it requires a background investigation process that can take several months if the candidate does not already possess it.
Who does it affect?
- Career civil servants from subgroup A1 with 20 or more years of seniority in the General State Administration or equivalent public bodies
- Career military officers with a category equivalent to subgroup A1 and the same minimum seniority
- Candidates who already have NATO SECRET and EU SECRET security clearance, or who can demonstrate they are in a position to obtain it
- Public managers and administrators with experience in the functional areas of the position: HR, contracting, budgets, IT, security or environment in the Administration
Practical example
A civil servant from subgroup A1 who entered the Administration in 2003 and currently has 23 years of seniority, with current assignment in a body of the Ministry of Defense and current NATO SECRET clearance, meets all formal requirements to submit an application.
Their process would be as follows: within the 10 calendar days from September 3, 2026 (deadline approximately September 13, 2026), they must submit their application accompanied by documentation accrediting their merits. Subsequently, they would complete the self-assessment questionnaire for management competencies and, if they pass the documentary phase, would be called for an interview with the expert panel. If selected, they would take up a level 30 position with a specific allowance of €35,952.70, assuming direction of HR, contracting, budgets, security, IT, environment and corporate image of INTA.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify compliance with requirements: Confirm that you belong to subgroup A1, that you have 20 or more years of seniority as a civil servant or career military officer, and that you have NATO SECRET and EU SECRET security clearance or can obtain it.
- Calculate the exact deadline: The 10-day calendar period begins on September 3, 2026. Identify the application submission deadline to avoid missing the call.
- Prepare merit documentation: Gather professional history, assignment certificates, management training and any relevant merits in the functional areas of the position (HR, contracting, budgets, IT, security, environment, corporate image).
- Prepare the self-assessment questionnaire for management competencies: This phase is part of the selection process. Review the required management competencies and prepare concrete examples of management that demonstrate them.
- Consult the complete resolution in the BOE: Access the full text of Resolution 430/38371/2026 to verify the official application form, submission address and any additional formal requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What is the specific allowance for the position of General Secretary of INTA?
The specific allowance is €35,952.70. The position has level 30, which is the maximum level on the destination allowance scale for career civil servants in the General State Administration.
How many years of seniority are needed to apply for this position?
A minimum seniority of 20 years is required as a career civil servant from subgroup A1 or as a career military officer with equivalent rank. The resolution does not specify that this seniority must be accredited in a specific body or scale, beyond subgroup A1.
What security clearance is required for the INTA position?
You must have NATO SECRET and EU SECRET security clearance, or demonstrate that you can obtain it. This clearance is necessary given the sensitive nature of the defense and aerospace research projects managed by INTA.
What is the deadline for submitting an application to the INTA call?
The deadline is 10 calendar days from the publication of the resolution in the BOE, which took place on September 3, 2026. The deadline is very short, so interested candidates must act immediately.
What does the free appointment selection process for INTA consist of?
The process combines three phases: documentary assessment of merits, self-assessment questionnaire for management competencies and interview with an expert panel. This is not an ordinary merit competition: free appointment gives the calling body greater discretion in the final decision.
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-18522
