US Navy reviews

3.8

65% would recommend to a friend

(32,023 total reviews)
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Sean Stackley

65% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

US Navy has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 32,023 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The US Navy 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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4.0
Jan 12, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

- Never boring, there’s always something work to be done - Work can be challenging but very rewarding whenever you see the end product - This job makes you think and problem solve which helps in all aspects of life - I am pretty well traveled through the Navy - Being in the military can be a good “stepping stone” or be an amazing career depending on the platform(s) you work in

Cons

- Deployments are challenging in a way where you never thought you’d overcome the adversities of being away from home - Life in the Navy can be very fast paced which can alter your work / life balance - Many physical and mental stressors - Bad leadership can make or break your outlook on your career

5.0
Jan 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Work life balance is nice

Cons

Outdated processes that can be improved

3.0
Jan 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

If you retire from the Navy after 20 years, you will receive a lifetime pension, typically based on your final pay or a high-36 average, plus continued healthcare through TRICARE for you and eligible family members. You also gain access to base facilities, commissaries, and exchanges, along with potential VA benefits like disability compensation and education assistance. Additionally, retirement can offer a smooth transition to civilian life with veteran status advantages for jobs, loans, and other programs.

Cons

Certain duty stations in the military can be significantly better or worse depending on factors like location, mission, available resources, leadership, and the surrounding community. In the earlier stages of service, I genuinely enjoyed the military experience, the structure, camaraderie, and hands on work made it rewarding. However, as I progressed in rank and accrued more rank, the environment at some duty stations became increasingly challenging. Political dynamics, widespread poor leadership, and declining quality of life and care for sailors. Whether from long hours, bureaucratic obstacles, or limited support, it gradually takes a toll. By the 10 year mark, these factors overshadowed the initial satisfaction, making continued service less sustainable and impacting overall well being.

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