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Catenon, a company with over two decades of experience in the defense sector, is poised to capitalize on the growing demand for specialized talent in a sector revitalized by Spain’s new defense policy. The government has committed to allocating 2% of the GDP to defense spending by 2025, a goal that has been realized through an Industrial and Technological Plan with a total investment of €10.471 billion.
This increase in investment has reactivated a sector that, according to a PwC report for TEDAE, generated €13.9 billion in revenue in 2023, contributing €19.688 billion to the national GDP and creating over 215,000 jobs. In this context, Catenon has decided to focus its efforts on attracting executive and senior profiles, essential for leading complex industrial projects and complying with stringent security regulations.
Carlos Benjumea, General Director of Catenon, states that the current moment is exceptional in the defense arena, with a notable demand for experts in telecommunications engineering, cybersecurity, and electronics. The competition for these professionals is intensifying, as interest extends to sectors such as technology and renewable energy.
Defense projects like FCAS/NGWS, F-110, and Eurofighter Halcón have increased the need for executives with specific skills in program management, cybersecurity, and logistics. Small and medium-sized enterprises, which represent 85% of the defense sector in Spain, face the challenge of attracting and retaining this specialized talent in a strict regulatory environment.
The shortage of cybersecurity professionals, estimated at 30,000, intensifies the pressure within the sector and highlights the need for collaboration between the public and private sectors to mitigate this talent gap. Similarly, the information technology and renewable energy industries have also been forced to adapt their recruitment and training methods.
The defense industry faces various challenges, from a lack of talent to regulatory barriers and salary tensions. In response, Catenon has implemented an international search methodology that prioritizes skills assessment and compliance with the stringent security requirements demanded in this highly regulated sector. Through its experience and commitment, the company positions itself as a vital player in transforming the defense ecosystem in Spain.
Referrer: MiMub in Spanish
