Great leadership, see the world, do amazing things - Naval Aviator US Navy Employee Review

5.0
6 Mar 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

For a young college graduate, becoming an Officer in the US Navy gives you leadership and management as well as verbal and written communications skills from day one. Benefits above the other services include: world travel, the honor of serving as a warfighter (comparing being a Submariner or Naval Aviator vs. an Army or Air Force Communications Officer), camraderie. The Navy builds all of its officers to be leaders and generalists from day one. That may at times mean you have to succeed with little training, but those who swim and don't sink will find they are better leaders because of it. This also gives certain fields, such as Pilots, experience as budget managers, leading maintenance troops, etc, beyond just flying a plane.

Cons

The Navy is a commitment that is not for everyone. It requires years of your life, and you will deploy (but better deployments). Officer Fitness Reports only take into account Commanding Officer's view of your performance, which may not reflect more than their preference. Graduate school opportunities are limited for junior officers.

Explore other reviews about US Navy

5.0
25 Mar 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Pay, benefits, travel, training, and leadership opportunities.

Cons

Move often, no master in any field.

5.0
3 Jun 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

It is what you make out of it. You'll have good days and bad days. It's all dependent on your leadership. That can make or break the command. Medical is free, but can take a while to get seen. You'll meet a lot of new people and could travel around the world depending on your duty station. Education benefits and training.

Cons

Medical can take a while to get seen, unless it's an emergency. If you're single, the pay isn't that great, but you don't have to much to worry about for bills if you live on base. If you're on sea duty billet, your work life balance will be terrible.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All