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MARITIME PROFESSIONS

Naval Officer

Coordinate maritime operations by ensuring fleet readiness and compliance with international laws while collaborating with military units for national security.

55 000 – 130 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
4-5 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
4-5 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
55 000 – 70 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
70 000 – 90 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
90 000 – 130 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is typically through the United States Naval Academy, NROTC, or Officer Candidate School after completing required education.

Training — United States

Naval officers generally complete a bachelor's degree from a naval academy or through NROTC, followed by officer training programs.

The job market — United States

Naval officers are employed primarily by the United States Navy and Coast Guard, with demand influenced by defense budgets and national security needs.

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