Low stress but also low stimulation. - Computer Scientist US Navy Employee Review

3.0
Nov 25, 2016
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Pros

Low stress and easygoing. Very flexible hours. Great benefits. Once you're hired by the government, it's practically impossible to get fired.

Cons

Advancement pretty much completely time-based, not merit or skill, unless you already have prior work experience. Since it's practically impossible to get fired from the government, you also have people on your team that probably never should have been. Management pretty much only cares about money and deadlines.

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Pros

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Cons

long hours that can be unpredictable

5.0
Jun 3, 2026
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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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