Does US Air Force pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, US Air Force employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at US Air Force. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at US Air Force?

79% of US Air Force employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated US Air Force 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 4.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at US Air Force?

Security Forces (419) , Crew Chief (386) , Avionics Technician (358) , E5 - Air Force - Staff Sergeant (329) , Program Manager (322) , Officer (315) , Intelligence Analyst (292) , Aircraft Mechanic (289) , Enlisted Military (272) , Superintendent (250) , E4 - Air Force - Senior Airman (228) , Pilot (209) , E7 - Air Force - Master Sergeant (180) , Aircraft Maintenance Technician (177) , Project Manager (170)

What are the pros of working at US Air Force according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are great and long lasting if you stay in long enough for VA be if it’s & GI bill" ((in 4178 reviews)); "Good pay and benifits for a job that can be done right out of high school." ((in 1204 reviews)); "The Air Force is great for people looking for a structured life style and for direction in life." ((in 1079 reviews)); "The job security is great and supporting the nation's Air Force is a great honor." ((in 1058 reviews)); "This is a great opportunity to serve your country and do great things for your nation." ((in 928 reviews))

What are the cons of working at US Air Force according to real employee reviews?

"There can be long hours and extended periods where you are away from your family." ((in 1509 reviews)); "Move often and a range of good and bad leadership" ((in 1178 reviews)); "Deployments and possibly long hours away from family." ((in 607 reviews)); "absolutely ridiculous hours no work life balance consumes your entire life" ((in 383 reviews)); "If you have poor management they do not hold people accountable and that can become a very frustrating situation." ((in 302 reviews))

What are employees saying about US Air Force layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about US Air Force layoffs and their outlook for job security at US Air Force in 2026.

US Air Force reviews

4.1

79% would recommend to a friend

(31,317 total reviews)

Gen. David L. Goldfein

81% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

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US Air Force has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 31,317 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The US Air Force employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Regierung & öffentliche Verwaltung industry (3.6 stars).

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31K reviews

5.0

Feb 23, 2017

USAF Pros & Cons

Munitions systems craftsman

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Pros

Travel, Education, Pay, Experience, Diverse

Cons

Minimum period of service, not all job in the AF are glamorous, deployments come with the risk of casualty, Physical/mental demands not only take a toll on you but your family.

5.0

Feb 23, 2017

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Pros

A guaranteed pay check on the 1st and 15th of the month. Free training in leadership, management, and professionalism. To include continuing training on how to perform your job. Provided tuition to continue to pursue a higher education. the list goes on. All the while serving to the protection of our nation and the freedoms of others.

Cons

It is what you make it. If you are negative about, you will have negative experiences. If you are positive and proactive, you will not have regrets. Yes you will have to sacrifice time from family and personal life. That is your job. You raised your hand to support and defend the Constitution of the United States. If that means going to a country you have never heard of, then that is what you have to do. Again, it is what you make it.

4.0

Feb 16, 2017

Active duty. Great for a 4 year enlistment!

Security forces

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Pay is pretty decent. Helped me to get back on my feet. Gained alot of skills. Met alot of good people.

Cons

Locations can be rough with little or no guarantee on deployments. Doing the same thing day in and day out.

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Active duty. Great for a 4 year enlistment!

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