4.0
Feb 9, 2009
Former employee
New Orleans, LA
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook
Pros
The navy provides a stable job and lots of opportunities to meet interesting people.
Cons
Busy work at first if you're enlisted. Lots of busy work.
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5.0
Jun 12, 2026
Former employee, more than 5 years
Port Hueneme, CA
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook
Pros
Challenging environment requiring personal responsibility and motivation.
Cons
Family impacts due to consistent moving.
5.0
Jun 3, 2026
Anonymous employee
Former employee, more than 10 years
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook
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.