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      U.S. Navy Foreign Area Officer (Foreign Service Officer) - Foreign Area Officer (Foreign Service Officer) US Navy Employee Review

      5.0
      Sep 10, 2016
      Foreign area officer (foreign service officer)
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      Pros

      Interesting work with the potential to live and work at U.S. Embassies in foreign countries. For the most part, the U.S. Navy has a very system for advancement. Adequate to above average compensation. Outstanding job stability. Above average medical benefits.

      Cons

      As a Navy Foreign Area Officer, your choice of duty assignments can be somewhat limited. Also, most assignments do not take a working spouse into consideration. Assignments can be hard on a family, especially if not all family members enjoy the adventure of living abroad. That being said many families and officers do enjoy the expatriate lifestyle.

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      5.0
      Jun 22, 2026
      Aviation electrician
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      Pros

      good job that transitions to civlian

      Cons

      long hours that can be unpredictable

      5.0
      Jun 3, 2026
      Anonymous employee
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      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.

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