Pros
-Job and pay security -place to stay -Housing and or housing allowance if married up to $1,100 per month or more -Medical and dental -Tuitions Assistance - 30 days per year vacation days -Physical standards are a priority -Gym is free on base -Serve your country & defend the constitution -Meaningful work that can make a difference
Cons
-unpredictable work hours & long work hours -unpaid overtime -field time and deployments 6 months or longer -low promotion opportunities -potential for toxic leadership -vacation days can only be used during specific times of the year. -vacation can only be taken if approved by leadership -use no more than 2 weeks vacation at a time. -Tuition Assistance can only be used if approved -Training for combat operations could be dangerous, and risk of injury or death. -Difficult to balance home and work life - stressful work environment -Always accountable to someone higher rank than you. -Job duty station of choice or preference is not guaranteed. -Very little personal choice and freedom. -strict rules