Ethics & Code of Conduct

At Gatkul Aerospace, based in India and aligned with the national vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, we are committed to building aerospace and advanced mobility systems grounded in ethical engineering, innovation, and integrity. Our principles are inspired by both global standards and Indian values of duty (Dharma), transparency, and respect.

1. Core Ethical Principles

• Integrity First: We uphold honesty, fairness, and technical transparency in all actions.
• Respect for All: Every stakeholder is treated with dignity—internally and externally.
• Accountability: Individuals take ownership of their roles and decisions.
• Zero Tolerance for Corruption: We prohibit bribery, favoritism, and unethical influence in any form.

2. Compliance with Laws & Standards

• Full adherence to Indian laws including Defence Procurement Procedures (DPP), DRDO standards, and global aerospace norms (AS9100, ISO, etc.).
• Respect for international agreements involving aerospace exports, dual-use technologies, and government collaborations.
• Commitment to ethical sourcing and responsible innovation in critical sectors.

3. Confidentiality & Data Protection

• Confidential handling of sensitive aerospace, defence, and proprietary project data.
• Robust information security aligned with MIL-STD & CERT-IN standards.
• Strict adherence to NDAs and government security protocols.

4. Fair Employment & Workplace Culture

• We ensure an inclusive, harassment-free, and equitable workplace.
• No discrimination based on caste, religion, gender, region, or identity.
• Equal opportunity in hiring, training, and leadership development.

5. Conflict of Interest

• Disclosures are required for personal interests that may interfere with company decisions.
• Outside consultancy, investment, or partnerships must be transparently declared.

6. Product Integrity & Safety

• We follow a zero-defect approach in high-reliability systems including propulsion, avionics, and structural components.
• All designs go through rigorous verification, validation, and ethical risk assessments.
• We uphold responsible development in AI/ML, autonomous systems, and dual-use technologies.

7. Reporting & Whistleblower Protection

• We maintain a secure, anonymous reporting system for ethical concerns.
• No retaliation is allowed against whistleblowers acting in good faith.
• All reports are evaluated confidentially by our internal Ethics Committee.

“Technology powers progress. Ethics sustains it.”