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 (316) , 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 4181 reviews)); "Good pay if you're willing to put in the time/effort to move up in the ranks." ((in 1228 reviews)); "The Air Force is great for people looking for a structured life style and for direction in life." ((in 1075 reviews)); "Job Security and traveling on tdys are great" ((in 1052 reviews)); "This is a great opportunity to serve your country and do great things for your nation." ((in 903 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 1513 reviews)); "Move often and a range of good and bad leadership" ((in 1177 reviews)); "Deployments and possibly long hours away from family." ((in 597 reviews)); "Work/life balance can be difficult." ((in 387 reviews)); "If you have poor management they do not hold people accountable and that can become a very frustrating situation." ((in 306 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

(31,333 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 31,333 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

Jun 15, 2011

This position will push individuals and force them to grow beyond what they though capable.

Logistics readiness officer

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CEO approval

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Pros

The Air Force allows a person to cross train through out their career. I feel this is extremely important for personal growth and confidence. Every 10 - 15 years, you need a fresh start and the Air Force allows you to accomplish this.

Cons

Because of resent down sizing and lack of budget, Air Force personel are in a high deployment cycles. Logistice Readiness Officers are deployed in a one-to-one dwell (6 months deployed and 6 months at home). Family life is very difficult to manage from Afghanistan or Iraq, so if your married you may want to consult your spouse prior to making the leap.

5.0

Jun 15, 2011

Oustanding, great growth potential, great training programs and fair advancement

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Service to country, chance to travel, experience in a variaty of positions, level of supervision, leadership, continuous training and great benifits

Cons

Time away from home and family. Chance of shift work or weekend/ holiday work.

5.0

Jun 14, 2011

Very challenging and fulfilling experience, did 20+ years.

E7 - air force - master sergeant

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Pros

If you want to travel and see the world Air Force is the place for young person today. The USAF will give you an opportunity to see the world and get an education at the same time. It will not be easy, but If you don’t mind hard work, you can have a very fulfilling career. With the benefits you just can’t beat it.

Cons

Long hours and time away from your family are the two main bad points about being in the military.

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This position will push individuals and force them to grow beyond what they though capable.

Oustanding, great growth potential, great training programs and fair advancement

Very challenging and fulfilling experience, did 20+ years.

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