US Military Officer Job Opportunities
Administration, Executive, and Managerial Occupations
Aviation Occupations
Combat Occupations
Human Services Officer Occupations
Intelligence and Law Enforcement Officers and Agents
Legal Occupations
Media and Public Affairs Officers Occupations
Medical and Healthcare Professionals
Medical Diagnosing and Treatment Practitioners
Ship and Submarine Officers Occupations
Special Operations Forces Officers Occupations
Transportation Officers Occupations
ADMINISTRATIVE, EXECUTIVE & MANAGERIAL OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Communications Managers Oversee and direct personnel who operate computer systems, telecommunications, and satellite communications equipment. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Communications Manager
US Army US Coast Guard Officer US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Communications Manager Civilian
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| Finance and Accounting Managers Manage financial affairs of the military branch; direct budgets and accounting, and set financial policies. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Comptroller US Army US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps US Navy Fiscal Officer | Federal Accounting Supervisor Auditing Supervisor IRS Agent Financial Manager Civilian Accountant
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| Food Service Managers The military needs to feed its personnel every day on bases, ships, submarines, and in remote stations. Food Service Managers plan and direct the preparation of meals for small groups to thousands; they also manage food budgets and inventories. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Food Service Manager US Army US Coast Guard US Marine Corps US Navy Food Service Manager | Federal Food Program Specialist Civilian
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| International Relations Officers Official liaisons between foreign military and government officials; collect, analyze, and report on information concerning military, political, social, and economic matters of foreign countries. Specialties Asia
Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Civil Affairs Attache
US Army US Coast Guard US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal State Department Official Civilian
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| Management Analysts Analyze and modify workloads involving the best use of human and material resources. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Administration Management US Army US Coast Guard Management Analyst US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Management Analyst Civilian
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| Personnel Managers Direct programs that assist military members with their career, training, and health care information; plan the hiring and training of personnel in the future. Specialties Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Personnel Officer US Army US Coast Guard US Marine Corps US Navy Personnel Officer | Federal Personnel Director Employment Manager Civilian
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| Postal Directors Manage processing of military and civilian mail to military bases and naval fleets. Education Requirement-
| US Air Force Postal Officer US Army US Coast Guard Postal Officer US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal U.S. Postal Service Official Civilian
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| Purchasing and Contracting Managers Oversee and control purchasing of goods, equipment, and supplies; prepare formal contracts for services. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Acquisition Manager US Army US Coast Guard Industrial Officer US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Contract and Procurement Official Civilian
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| Recruiting Managers Plan and direct recruiting activities to attract civilians to join the military in specialties of critical need; are also charged with retaining active duty military personnel. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Recruiting Service Officer US Army US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Personnel Manager Civilian
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| Store Managers Direct operations and personnel of Specialties Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Services Officer US Army Store Officer US Coast Guard US Marine Corps
US Navy | Federal Commissary Store Manager Civilian Retail Manager
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| Supply and Warehousing Managers Direct supply personnel and inventory of equipment, supplies, food, weapons, parts, and a variety of other items. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Supply Officer Logistics Officer
US Army US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps US Navy Supply Officer | Federal Property Disposal Supply Manager Logistics Manager Civilian Storage Company Supervisor
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| Teaching and Instructors Train and instruct military personnel in classrooms and in the field on a wide variety of subject matters, including college-level academic subjects. Training and Education Directors Specialties Management degree
| US Air Force Instructor Training Officer US Army Instructor US Coast Guard US Marine Corps Instructor US Navy | Federal Instructor Education Specialist Civilian |
US MILITARY AVIATION OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Airplane Pilots Each branch of the military has pilots for a wide variety of aircraft from Stealth Bombers to small planes. Pilots are officers who are designated by skills or qualifications of a particular type of aircraft they fly (example, B1 B Pilot). Pilots operate weapons, deliver troops, cargo, and bombs, and perform search and rescue missions. Types Airlift Pilot Test Pilot Education Requirement. Special Requirement | US Air Force Pilot U.S. Army Pilot US Coast Guard US Marine Corps
US Navy | Federal Pilot Civilian Pilot |
| Helicopter Pilots Perform diverse missions from search and rescue to combat operations. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Helicopter Pilot U.S. Army US Coast Guard US Marine Corps US Navy Helicopter Pilot | Federal Helicopter Pilot Civilian
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| Aircraft Navigators Assist and direct pilots via navigation instruments; conduct fuel consumption projections and assist pilots in operation of the aircraft. Navigation Specialties Fighter Navigator Education Requirement. Four-year college degree
| US Air Force Navigator U.S. Army
US Coast Guard US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Navigator Civilian
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| Air Traffic Control Managers Direct operations of air traffic control systems and control towers; direct takeoffs and landings of military airplanes and helicopters; supervise operators of radar systems. Education Requirement. | US Air Force Air Traffic Control Manager U.S. Army US Coast Guard Air Traffic Control Manager US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal F.A.A. Supervisor Civilian |
US MILITARY COMBAT OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Artillery Officer Direct firing of cannons, howitzers, missiles, and rockets; supervise the use of specialized equipment to locate targets. Artillery is used to protect ground troops and sea forces from air attack. Air Defense Artillery Patriot Missile ADA Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Artillery Officer U.S. Army US Coast Guard US Marine Corps Artillery Officer US Navy | Federal Ordnance Engineer Civilian Ammunition Storage
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| Infantry Officer The infantry is the backbone of the military. Infantry officers lead specially trained units to destroy enemy ground forces, operate and fire a variety of weapons, parachute from transport planes, and conduct extended patrol Restricted. Education Requirement. Four-year college degree | U.S. Army Infantry Officer US Marine Corps | Federal Security Specialist Civilian
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| Missile Systems Officers Direct and control missile crew and ballistic missile systems that are fired from underground silos, submarines, and land-based launchers. Missile Officer Specialties Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Missile Systems Officer U.S. Army Missile Systems Officer US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Ordnance Engineer Civilian
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| Tank Officers Command and drive state-of-the- art tanks in combat; operate weapons systems; support and defend ground infantry troops. Restricted Fighting Vehicles MIIA2, Abrams Tank
Education Requirement. | U.S. Army Tank Officer US Marine Corps Tank Officer | Federal Ordnance Engineer Civilian |
US MILITARY HUMAN SERVICES OFFICERS OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Chaplains Military personnel come from all walks of life and religious backgrounds. Chaplains hold worship services and provide education and related duties. Chaplain-Related Designations Confinement Ministry Religious Education Ministry Education Special Requirement.
| US Air Force Chaplain U.S. Army US Coast Guard
US Navy | Federal Chaplain Civilian Minister
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| Social Workers Assist military personnel and their families with personal problems, such as drug and alcohol abuse, depression, and emotional problems. Education Requirement. | US Air Force Social Worker U.S. Army US Navy | Federal Social Worker Civilian |
INTELLIGENCE & LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Inspector General Office Occupations Conduct and supervise investigations of fraud, waste, and abuse of government resources; maintain both investigatory and audit personnel. A large number of Education Requirement. | US Air Force Inspector General U.S. Army US Coast Guard DOT Inspector General US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Inspector General -investigator -Auditor FBI Agent Civilian
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| Intelligence The chief mission of Intelligence is gathering information critical to national defense. There are numerous specialties within the Intelligence field. “Intell” officers help plan military missions and direct sea, ground, and human surveillance. Intelligence Specialties Human Intelligence Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Intelligence Signals Intelligence Human Intelligence US Coast Guard CGI Intelligence US Marine Corps US Navy Psychology | Federal CIA Agent NSA Agent FBI Agent Civilian
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| Law Enforcement and Military Police Direct and supervise military police officers, much like a chief of police; oversee physical security, criminal investigations, and correction activities. Education Requirement-
| US Air Force OSI Security Police
U.S. Army US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps US Navy Shore Patrol Officer | Federal FBI Agent U.S. Customs Agent ATF Agent Corrections Officer Civilian |
US MILITARY LEGAL OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Lawyers The military maintains it own legal system. Lawyers conduct legal research, prosecute, and defend court cases and military personnel. In addition, they represent the military in civil and international legal matters. Legal Related Skills Specialist Education Requirement. Law degree and membership in the bar in either federal court or the highest court in the state
| US Air Force Lawyer U.S. Army
US Coast Guard US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Lawyer Civilian
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| Military Judges Preside over military legal cases, make judgments based on the Uniform Code of Military Justice, and rule on law. Most military judges have prior experience as military lawyers. Education Requirement. | US Air Force Judge U.S. Army US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Judge Civilian |
MEDIA AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICERS OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Audiovisual and Broadcast Directors Produce motion pictures, videotapes, and television and radio productions for a wide audience. Education Requirement. Four-year college degree
| US Air Force Visual Information Officer U.S. Army
US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Audiovisual Production Civilian
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| Public Information Officers Liaison between the military and the public and media is a key part of this career. PlOs answer questions and inquiries from the public, the media, and government leaders. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Public Affairs Officer U.S. Army US Coast Guard Public Affairs Officer US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Public Affairs Officer Civilian
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| Music and Band Directors All of the branches pride themselves on having an outstanding band for military parades, ceremonies, and national events. Music and band directors supervise musicians for various productions. Education Requirement. music/music education | US Air Force Band Officer U.S. Army
US Coast Guard US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal N/A Civilian Music Teacher |
MEDICAL AND HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Health Care Administrators Manage military hospitals, clinics, and health care facilities. Health Care Administration Health Care Administrator Management Education Requirement. | US Air Force Administrator ArmyAdministrator US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Administrator Civilian |
| Dietitians Manage medical food services facilities and plan special diets for patients and plan budgets. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Dietitian U.S. Army US Coast Guard
US Navy | Federal Dietitian Civilian
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| Pharmacists Manage the purchasing, storing, and dispensing of drugs and medicine. Education Requirement. | US Air Force Pharmacist U.S. Army US Coast Guard USPHSO US Navy | Federal Pharmacist Civilian |
| Physical and Occupational Therapists Plan and administer treatments and exercise to patients disabled by injury or illness. Education Requirement. Four-year college degree in physical and occupational therapy
| US Air Force Physical and Occupational Therapist U.S. Army Physical and Occupational US Coast Guard US Navy Physical and Occupational | Federal Physical and Occupational Therapist Civilian Therapist
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| Physician Assistants Examine, diagnose, and treat patients under the supervision of medical doctors. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Physician Assistant U.S. Army US Coast Guard US Navy | Federal Physician Assistant Civilian
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| Registered Nurses Direct nursing teams and provide care to patients; give injections, assist physicians during surgery, and maintain patient records. Nursing Specialties Clinical Nurse Nurse Recruiting Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Registered Nurse U.S. Army Registered Nurse US Coast Guard US Navy | Federal Registered Nurse Civilian
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| Speech Therapists Treat patients with hearing andspeech problems. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Audiologist U.S. Army US Coast Guard US Navy Audiologist | Federal Speech Pathologist Civilian |
MEDICAL DIAGNOSING AND TREATMENT PRACTITIONERS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Physicians and Surgeons Medical doctors and surgeons provide services to military personnel and their dependents. Medical Specialties Child Neurologist Family Physician Internist Obstetric i a n/Gyneco I og ist Pathologist Rheurnatologist Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Physician Surgeon U.S. Army Physician US Coast Guard US Navy Surgeon
| Federal Physician Surgeon Civilian Surgeon
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| Psychiatrists and Psychologists Conduct research and treatment of military personnel involving human behavior and mental illness. Psychologists Clinical Psychologist Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Psychiatrist Psychologist
U.S. Army US Coast Guard
US Navy | Federal Psychiatrist Psychologist Civilian
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| Optometrists Provide eye care and treat visual problems. Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Optometrist U.S. Army US Coast Guard US Navy Optometrist | Federal Optometrist Civilian
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| Dentists Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases and disorders of the mouth. Dental Specialties Orthodontist Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Dental Officer U.S. Army US Coast Guard US Navy | Federal Dentist Civilian
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| Veterinarians Provide medical services to animals. Veterinary Services Veterinary Pathology Education Requirement. | US Air Force Veterinary Services Officer U.S. Army | Federal Veterinarian Civilian |
US MILITARY SHIP AND SUBMARINE OFFICERS OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Ship and Submarine Officers Categorized by department or specialties such as: communications, weapons, supply. Ship Officer Titles Commanding Officer, Afloat Ship Electric Warfare Officer Education Requirement.
| US Coast Guard Ship Officer US Navy | Federal Ship Officer Civilian
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| Ship Engineering Officers Supervise and control ship or submarine engineering departments that are responsible for the engine operation, generators, heating plants, and air conditioning systems. Ship Engineer Officer Specialties Nuclear Education Requirement. | US Coast Guard Engineering Officer US Navy | Federal Engineer Civilian |
SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES OFFICERS OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Special Operations Forces Officers SOF are elite combat units that operate with stealth, concealment, and surprise to accomplish their operations. SOF conduct search and destroy missions, clear underwater mine fields, and go behind enemy lines. They provide specialized air power for worldwide deployment and assignment to conduct unconventional warfare, special reconnaissance, counterterrorism, foreign internal defense, humanitarian assistance, psychological operations, personnel retrieval, and counternarcotics.
Special Comment Restricted military members only. Education Requirement. | US Air Force Special Operations Officer
U.S. Army US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal CIA Agent FBI Agent ATF Agent Civilian |
US MILITARY TRANSPORTATION OFFICERS OCCUPATIONS | ||
| Occupational Category/ Duties | US Military Branch / MSO | Related Jobs Titles |
| Transportation Managers Direct movement of personnel and mat6riel by air, road, rail, and water, using aircraft, trucks, trains, and ships. Transportation Management Specialties Air Traffic Manager Shipping Operations Officer Education Requirement.
| US Air Force Transportation Officer U.S. Army US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Transportation Specialist Civilian
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| Transportation Maintenance Managers Direct personnel who repair and maintain the military’s transportation system, which includes ships, aircraft, trucks, vehicles, and railroad cars. Specialties Automotive Maintenance Education Requirement. | US Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Manager Automotive Maintenance Manager
U.S. Army US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps US Navy | Federal Maintenance Manager Civilian |