Social - MTU Aero Engines

We live by cosmopolitanism and appreciation

At MTU, we work together to create a working environment that is an inspiring place for collaboration where we can live by appreciation and openness to other cultures. What unites us is our passion for engines, high technology, and products and services of the highest quality. People are at the heart of our work: our employees are the driving force behind innovation and MTU’s success. We’re clearly committed to equal opportunities and reject any form of discrimination. These values are firmly anchored in our global Code of Conduct and shape our daily actions. We’re also actively involved in social issues because we’re convinced that together we can add value for society and bring about positive change.

Cooperative teams in an innovative environment

Successful collaboration and reliable leadership are the cornerstones of our success. That’s why at MTU we promote a culture that strengthens our employees’ decision-making skills, encourages entrepreneurial action, and is open to using digital technologies, continuing education, and reacting flexibly to change. We place great value on trust and appreciation in our cooperative teams. We design the working environment so as to support our employees in realizing their full potential. Because we’re convinced that diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are an asset to us. At MTU, we also focus on comprehensive training so that everyone can develop to their full potential and we can stay on course for success together.

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Our stance

What drives us at MTU? From sustainability to innovation - we’re committed to values and principles that guide our multinational teams successfully through change. Our collaboration is characterized by openness, respect, tolerance, and cohesion. Our goal is to make aviation sustainable. As a recognized specialist for aircraft engines, we take responsibility and shape the future of aviation with innovative propulsion solutions.

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Global Player

+ 13000

employees work at our locations worldwide.

High level of confidence

92.8 %

of employees firmly believe in MTU’s future.

Strong bound

4 %

is a turnover rate that indicates solid cohesion.

Come as your are

Equal opportunities are a core value at MTU. We want to grow - and for that we need the best talent on board. Anyone who walks through our shop floors and offices will meet employees who are enthusiastic about their job. This is thanks to their fascination with flying, our technically sophisticated products - and the motivating work environment at MTU, which promotes appreciative interdisciplinary collaboration. In the complex world of engine technology, the only way to deliver new solutions is as a team. That’s why it’s essential to have different perspectives and skills if we want to drive innovation.”

Dr. Silke Maurer, COO, MTU Aero Engines AG

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Human rights as a corporate value

Respect for human rights is an important concern for MTU and is a fundamental component of our responsible corporate governance. We are committed to fair working conditions and equality of opportunity, and we reject all forms of discrimination. As a participant in the UN Global Compact, we are committed to living by these values and defending them. That includes ensuring that human rights are also upheld in our supply chain.

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A safe and healthy working environment

At MTU, we do everything we can to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for our employees. We carry out regular workplace inspections to identify and minimize potential risks and hazards at an early stage. Annual safety training is mandatory for all employees. The technical departments carry out ongoing prevention work at the company’s sites through training sessions and local information campaigns. Our health management offers a comprehensive health service, while a social counseling service provides support in matters relating to mental health.

Work Safety

3.3 accidents

with lost-time per 1,000 employees also mean a high level of safety at MTU for 2024.

Strong commitment to education and social projects

We see it as our corporate social responsibility to strengthen education and support young scientists, particularly in the natural sciences and engineering. That’s why we work closely with universities, research institutes, and schools to support young people and new talent. At many of our sites, we are a major employer offering a wide variety of jobs in a high-tech environment. This includes offering a large number of trainee programs as well as dual vocational training, work placements for high school students, and opportunities for writing bachelor’s/master’s/doctoral theses at our European sites. In addition, we actively support social projects and strengthen our employees’ social commitment and volunteering efforts.