Enlisted Members - $386.50/Month

Most people join the military in the quest of joining one of the branches. Enlisted members comprise most of the military workforce. They have a job specialty and do most of the hands-on work. Usually, you’ll need to do four years of active duty and four years of inactive duty. After you’ve rounded off your active duty time, you have two options either to extend your contract or re-enlist if you want to serve.

No matter which branch or rank you choose to embrace, there is a vast majority of military personnel who are paid in salary and of course, they get several allowances too to get supplies such as food and groceries they may need. Last heard the enlisted members of the military are paid $386.50 per month. Officers on the other hand get paid an allowance that amounts to $266.18 per month.

Cadets And Midshipmen - $1,186/Month

Pay grades are usually used by the eight uniformed services of the United States such as the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force, Air Force, Coast Guard, Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, and NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps.

The wages and benefits are given based on the current military rank of a member of the services. There are indeed eight uniformed services, pay grades that are divided accordingly to uniform and equivalent between the services and can give you an idea about a group of members hailing from different services. These things are kept in mind when determining a member's entitlements taking into mind things like basic pay and allowances.

As far as cadet or midshipman is concerned, they are students who hail from one of the five service academies. and are on the lowest rung of the military pay scale. Unlike other college students, they are paid. Each month, students are paid $1,186 per month and an annual sum of money that amounts to  $14,232.

E-1s With Less Than Four Months Experience - $1,650/Month

Basic Pay or the base salary of a soldier is paid to them on active duty counts as a part of total military income. Basic Pay is provided on the 1st and 15th of every month much like the civilian jobs. Basic Pay for a soldier is dependent on the duration of service and rank. So, what are the EI ranks in the US military services? The lowest ranks in the military services include privates in the Marines and Army, Seaman Recruits in the Navy and Coast Guard, and Seaman Recruits in the Navy and Coast Guard are some of the lowest ranks an enlisted service member come under one umbrella E-1 (enlisted-1).

Although they need to chip in with only four months of active services, E-1 service members receive $1,650 per month. Although they don't have to work year long, they get a substantial amount of money.

E-2 Service Members - $2,000.70/Month

An E-2 happens to be the next rank in military services right after the E-1. Most of the soldiers don't have to spend a considerable amount of time in E-2, though. An E2 can get to the next level say to a Private First Class, or E-3, rank, within a year. While E-2 pay is considered the lowest in Army, E-2s also usually get additional compensation on top of their base pay.

This rank includes the first private class in the Marines, seaman apprentice in the Navy and Coast guard, an airman included service ranks such as Air Force and Space Force, and private second class in the Army. Thanks to their hard work and experience their allowance amounts to $2,000.70 per month and an annual salary that amounts to $24,008.40. With every rank going up the ladder the payment amount jumps to a substantial amount.

E-3s With Less Than Two Years Experience: $2,103.90/Month

When a service member crosses the first two barriers and reaches the E-3, their salary is based on how many years they have spent in the military services. The ranking of E-3 also includes ranks such as Air Force and Space Force airmen first class, Marine lance corporals, Army privates first class, and Navy and Coast Guard seamen.

The men and women working in this capacity have less than two years of experience and earn $2,103.90 per month while people with more experience earn a notch higher than that, $2,103.90 per month. The amount goes up for people who earn more than that, say $2,371.80 per month.  Apart from the Basic Pay, a Private First Class is also eligible to receive more allowances and pays in incentives.

E-4: $2,330.40/Month - $2,829/Month

Every military branch boasts of its rank structure with varying pay as per the branch, role, and the number of years of service they put in. The officers who are in the Middle-ranking earn salaries in the E-4 pay grade.

Soldiers who are within the E-4 pay structure zone earn this enlisted pay grade with additional benefits, along with their primary duties. By E-4 servicemen and women we mean specialists who hold the rankings of Army specialists and corporals, Marine corporals, Navy and Coast Guard petty officers third class, and Air Force and Space Force senior airmen. Army men and women who are in this rank earn around $2,829 per month and $500 more when they are in a similar rank.

E-5: $2,541.60/Month - $3,606.90/Month

The military servicemen and women who finally reach the E-5 status have lots of experience along the way as they climb to the next venerable rank making the journey from E-1 to E-5. They are well rewarded for their perseverance and position.

Some of the military servicemen and women who make it to the E-5 rank are the Navy and Coast Guard, sergeants working in the echelons of the Army, and Marines and staff sergeants in the Air Force and Space Force. Service members who make it to the E-5 pay grade have at least 12 years in service and get paid at least  $2,541.60 per month to $3606.90 and $43,282.80/year.

E-6: $2,774.40/Month - $4,297.20/Month

What does the E-6 military level comprise and what designations does it include? The designated officers forming this military position as first-class officers in the Navy and Coast Guard, technical sergeants forming the Air Force and Space Force, and staff sergeants in the Army and Marines.

However, to reach this position, they need to serve in the military for at least 18 years. While their monthly salary ranges from $2,774.40  to $4,297.20 and gets an annual salary that amounts to $51,566.40.  Apart from the basic pay, staff sergeants may get paid additional pay allowances for housing and food, and also get a special incentive in the event of hostile fire and dangerous duties.

E-7: $3,207.60/Month - $5,765.40/Month

There is a huge pay gap between the E-7 servicemen and women. This ranking includes officials including designations such as Army sergeants first class, Marine gunnery sergeants, Navy and Coast Guard chief petty officers, and, Air Force and Space Force master sergeants.

If a person holding the E-7 rank has served for less than two years, their annual salary may amount to $38,491.20. However,  E-7 servicemen and women serve with a whopping 26 years of experience under their belt earn an amount of $69,184.80 annually. When you compare the base pay of W-3 and E-7, the former's base pay is lower than E-7s, standing at $5,765.40/month.  The average salary for a US Army Sergeant First Class E7 is $67,519 annually.  It is 3% higher than the average US Army salary amounting to $65,487 per year for this rank.

E-8: $4,614.60/Month - $6,581.40/Month

E-8 ranks the 8th enlisted paygrade in the United States military. The E-8 grade begins with having 8 years of experience and a basic pay rate amounting to $4,739.10 per month and the amount of $157.97 per drill.

Only service members who have eight years of experience can join the E-8 payscale bandwagon. This rank has designations including first sergeants in the Army, senior master sergeants in the Air Force and Space Force, master sergeants in the Army and Marines, also including senior chief petty officers in the Navy and Coast Guard.

These servicemen and women get an amount of $4614.60 per month to $55,375.20 with the amount reaching $78,976.80 per year.

E-9: $5,637/Month - $8,752.50/Month

E-9 holds the 9th enlisted paygrade in the United States military. The E-9 grade needs you to hold at least 10 years of experience with a basic pay rate that amounts to $5,789.10 per month and the amount received by the military persons are $192.97 per drill.

When servicemembers finally reach the position of E-9, their salary goes up to a great extent. The E-9 rank includes servicemen and women holding positions such as Air Force and Space Force chief master sergeants, Army sergeant majors, Navy and Coast Guard master chief petty officers, and Marine master gunnery sergeants and sergeant majors. They earn somewhere between the amount of $5,637 and $8,752.50 each month. Military service people who have about 38 years of experience can earn the amount that can reach a six-figure salary, the annual amount happens to be $105,030.

W-1: $3,309.30/Month - $5,718.60/Month

Army warrant officers are regarded as technical experts, combat leaders, trainers, and advisors. They work in 17 branches and 67 warrant officer specialties, that includes Active Component, the Army National Guard, and the U.S. Army ReserveApart from the basic pay.

Warrant Officer 1s may get additional pay allowances for things like housing and food, and in some cases, they get incentive pay for hostile fire and dangerous duties, apart from their basic pay.  Although they may boast of a higher ranking than the other enlisted members of the military, they are bereft of experience, hence their monthly income is much lower. Aside from the Air Force and Space Force, every one of the military groups has this designation of warrant office 1s. They get an amount ranging from $3,309.30 - and $5,718.60 per month.

W-2: $3,770.40/Month - $6,293.10/Month

A Chief Warrant Officer 2 is a warrant officer working in the United States Army at DoD paygrade W-2. The W-2 continues to receive a monthly basic pay salary that begins at $3,872 per month, which starts with $3,770 per month leading up to $6,293.10m. After completing 24 years the amount reached $6,463 per month.

The W-2 rank includes ranks like Army, Coast Guard, Navy, and the Marines.  Servicemen and women in different branches, servicemen have varying pay grades. Those service people who have served less than two years will get an annual salary of $45,244.80. At the same time, W-2s who have served for at least 24 years can make up to $75,517.20 per year.

W-3: $4,261.20/Month - $7,474.50/Month

The next designation includes serviceman or woman who has climbed their way to the W-3 ladder. It is their immense skills and invaluable expertise and resources that help them to reach the next level. A W-3 Chief Warrant Officer exercise their expertise in different positions of the United States military including the Army, Marines, Coast Guard, and Navy.

While personnel who are on the W-3 pay grade across all of the US armed services are paid the same basic pay rates, their final take-home pay may also include allowances and bonuses including BAH, BAS, sea pay, and hazard pay, which vary between different services. W-3 officers make a substantial amount of $51,134.40 per year or those who have an experience of 26 years under their belt earn $89,694 per year.

W-4: $4,665.90/Month - $8,691/Month

W-4 happens to be the fourth warrant officer pay grade in the United States military, whose monthly basic pay ranges from $4,791.90 for an entry-level that reaches theW-4 to $8,925.60 per month for W-4 personnel who has 40 years of experience. When people in the Army, Marines, and Navy happen to reach the W-5 pay grade, people in the Coast Guard reach the position of the Chief Warrant Officer 4 or W-4 as they are better known. The servicewoman is paid a substantial amount of money when they reach this rank.

While the W-4 pay grade across different US armed services is paid certain basic pay rates. The allowances and bonuses for the W-4 include BAH, BAS, hazard pay, and sea pay, which are different for different services. In 2021, people with two years of experience in W-4 make about $55,990 per year, and those with 30 years of experience will make $104,292 per year.

W-5: $8,296.20/Month - $10,856.40/Month

The rank of W-5 is regarded as the highest of among the lowest-paying ranks in the Army, Marines, and Navy, and it is the highest amount they can receive. The chief warrant officers are well provided for their service. Apart from their basic pay, Chief Warrant Officer 5s may get pay allowances for housing and food, and get special incentive pay for things like hostile fire and dangerous duties.

Servicemen and women with 20 years of experience who can earn a satisfying amount of $99,554.40 per year, and W-5s who have around 38 years of experience can expect a salary of $130,276.80 per year.

O-10: $16,608.30/Month

If a serviceman or woman in service finally gets to reach the echelons of the highest-ranking officials in military services such as the O-10 level, it is all thanks to their massive hard work. The services included services in admiral in the Coast Guard or Navy, Army, Marines, Air Force, or Space Force, or they've reached the tier of O-10, and they get their salary capped.

O-10 happens to be the 10th officer paygrade in the United States military. The O-10 grade who has 20 years of experience has a basic pay rate of $16,974.90 per month. It is the civilian equivalent of this military grade that falls under the federal government's General Schedule payscale. The O-10 service people get $16,608 per month and their yearly salary amounts to be $199,299.60 per year.

O-9: $16,012.50/Month - $16,608.30/Month

The O-9 is one of the most prestigious positions in the military services, a military service-holder may have to spend 20 years to reach the position.  A lieutenant general who may be in the echelons of Army, Air Force, Marines, and Space Force, and a vice admiral in the Coast Guard and Navy, are pretty well provided for.

O-9 is said to be the 9th officer paygrade in the United States military. The basic pay rate of the service holder happens to be $16,444.80 per month. The base pay of the O-9 is around $192,150 per year while people with the O-9 ranks who boast of 26 years of experience can earn a whopping amount of $199,299.60 per year.

O-8: $11,329.50/Month - $16,333.20/Month

With the O-8s shouldering many responsibilities they deserve an enormous salary. This ranking tier includes the ranking of some of the major generals of the Army, Marines, Air Force, and Space Force, and rear admirals of the Coast Guard and Navy.

O-8 happens to be the 8th officer pay grade in the United States military, with the monthly basic pay ranging from the amount $11,635.50 for an entry-level O-8  and it moves to $16,774.20 per month for O-8 personnel who comes with 40 years of experience. While army personnel on the O-8 pay grade across all of the US armed services are paid basic pay rates. The final take-home pay will also include things like allowances and bonuses including BAH, BAS, hazard pay, and sea pay, which vary for different services.

O-7: $9,414.30/Month - $14,065.80/Month

O-7 is another elite ranking in the military services. It includes a brigadier general belonging to the Army, Air Force, Marines, and Space Force, and the position of the rear admiral lower half in the Coast Guard and Navy.

Since it is one of the most revered positions in the military services, even service people who do not have enough experience to boast of can draw an impressive six-figure salary. The base pay of the O-7 ranking amounts to $112,971.60 per year. People with more experience will definitely add more to their bank account, people with 30 years of experience can earn about $168,789.60 per year!

O-6: $7,139.10/Month - $12,638.40/Month

O-6 as the position entails is the 6th officer paygrade in the United States military. The O-6 grade begins with less number of years experience boasting of a basic pay rate of $7,332.00 per month and a drill pay rate that amounts to $244.40 per drill.

The tier of O-6 includes the ranks of colonels in the Army, Air Force, Marines, and Space Force, and the rank of Coast Guard and Navy. It takes a lot of effort, hard work, and perseverance to reach the position. Of course, they are well compensated for their specific performances or services. The base pays for an O-6 amount to $85,669.20 per year, and people with 30 years of service in this rank can earn up to $151,660.80.

O-5: $5,951.40/Month - $10,111.20/Month

O-5s are in the next line of services as far as the commissioned officers are concerned. This tier specifically includes lieutenant colonels in the Army, Air Force, Marines, and Space Force. They are also known as commanders in the Coast Guard and Navy. Whatever may be the actual title, O-5s are paid a substantial amount of money that depends on their experience.

Even those in the O-5 ranks with little to no experience can expect an amount of $71,416.80 per year, while those with more than 22 years of experience under their belt can make close to $121,334.40. Their monthly income will be around, $5,951.40?Month - $10,111.20/Month.

O-4: $5,135.10/Month - $8,573.70/Month

After the O-5 ranking comes the important O-4s. It comprises the Army, Marines, Air Force, and Space Force, and a lieutenant commander involving the Coast guard and Navy. Some military personnel may move up the ladder O-4 rank quickly even if they have little to no experience. However, it is rare to find a case like that

The servicemen and women in this rank may expect to get an annual salary of $61,621.20. As in most cases, people with more than 18 years of experience get more than a six figures salary. In that case, their salary amounts to $102,884.40 per year.

O-3E - $6,022.80/Month - $7,839/Month

O-3E turns out to be 3rd officer paygrade in the United States military. The O-3 grade begins with 2 or fewer years of experience and the basic rate is around $4,636.50 per month and a drill pay rate that amounts to $154.55 per drill.

An O-3E captain or lieutenant is all set to earn an annual sum, even without putting in years of experience under their belts. As soon as the service members reach this rank and earn almost $72,273.60 per year. Although you may think this to be a substantial amount it is not that much compared to people who have a substantial amount of years, their annual salary can reach almost, $94,068 per year. An O-3E salary can amount from $6,022.80 per month to $7,839 per month.

O-3: $4,514.70/Month - $7,345.20/Month

The next tier is an O-3, a rank that includes the likes of Army, Marines, Air Force, and Space Force, and a rank of lieutenant that includes the Coast Guard and Navy. You may be able to achieve this rank without putting in years of experience, but the pay may not be as high as you thought, in fact, the amount is much lower.

Inexperienced personnel can get almost $54,176.40 per year, while those who have O-3s and have at least 14 years of experience under their belt can earn up to $88,142.40 per year.

O-2E: $5,289.90/Month - $6,251.70/Month

Apart from your standard O-2E military paycheck, it may contain several tax-free allowances and special payments may depend on factors like duty station, qualifications, or military specialties. These factors impact things like normal military pay, salary, or compensation.

While an O-2E is thought to be on the same lines as O-2, their pay grade is better than the former. Before military personnel achieves the O-2E status, a person must clock in at least four years of service as a warrant officer or as an enlisted member under their belts. If a person reaches the O-2E status, their yearly salary will be around $64,782. But those who have put in 14 years of experience can see their earnings move to an impressive $75,020.40.

O-2: $3,901.20/Month - $5,398.50/Month

Most military pay comes from two basic sources: base pay and special pay. Base pay happens to be almost the same across all service branches and is based on rank and time in service, with pay raises as per the creditable service. A first lieutenant in the lines of the Army, Marines, Air Force, and Space Force and a lieutenant junior grade in the Navy and Coast Guard comes under the ranking of an O-2. O-2 pay also depends upon the experience factor.

Those who have less than two years of experience will get to add $46,814.40 per year into their bank account, while those who have at least six years will get to $64,782 per year.

O-1E: $4,260.60/Month - $5,289.90/Month

An O-1E gets a  better pay grade than an O-1 officer. The salary structure of the 0-1E is typically dependent on the experience. While O-1s are fresh out of the academy or an ROTC program, O-1Es include some years in service under their belts.

They need to serve for four years before they reach their O-1E status and receive the commission. These service members get a yearly salary of $51,127.20 while those who have at least 14 years of experience under their belt earn $4,260.60 per month to $5,289.90. Their yearly salary amounts to $63,478.80 per year.

O-1: $3,385.80/Month -$4,260.60/Month

Even though the O-1 or Officer 1s (O-1) may be of a higher ranking than W-5s, they may not get as much money as W-5s. O-1s are usually young without having any prior experience. W-5 usually graduates from the academies of an ROTC program.

The O-1 second lieutenants and ensigns get a substantial sum, though. Their salary structure is somewhere around $40,629.60 and $51,127.20 per year. Joining the United States military prove to be a rewarding experience. It is not only a high-paying job but it provides a six-figure salary.

Air Traffic Control Managers: $97,360

Air traffic control managers oversee several factors, namely the airfields and control centers that maneuver the tactical employment of aircraft during both combat and non-combat missions.

The average Air Traffic Manager's salary amounts to $167,253.  The salary ranges from $145,159 and $188,474. The salary structure is dependent on a number of important factors such as education, additional skills, certifications, and the number of years you may get to spend in your profession.  The solid salary of air traffic control managers amounts to $97,360. The national average annual wage of an air traffic controller amounts to $120,830, and it is almost double the average annual salary for all occupations.

Supply And Warehouse Manager - $98,878

The military owes a lot to the supply and warehouse manager, who forms a core part of the total supply chain process. In the US, no less than 14,892 military members are actively involved as managers in various branches and ranks of the military.

A coveted post indeed the job demands peak organizational skills. He or she who will be hired for this post must be able to facilitate the diverse requirements of a massive warehouse. Also, they must ensure that all such goods are dispatched correctly and timely, in addition to meeting the productivity targets. The pay structure at $98, 878 is quite fetching too!

Training Specialist - $124,193

If records are checked thoroughly, there are about 228 training specialists scattered across different ranks of the military. This job is quite risky and critical since a lot of effort is expended to chalk out curriculums. Later on, the curricula are used for imparting training, educating, and thereby bettering the existing skills and knowledge of the working personnel.

The salary on average is more than decent, at $124,193. No matter what the hazards be, an officer has adequate scope to improve, while staying in this job. Besides, he or she can simply get started after acquiring a college degree.

Pharmacist - $137,992

Regardless of the rank a military person holds, the need for a pharmacist can never be denied. Whether it's the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or the Coast Guard- it is only a well-trained and licensed pharmacist who can investigate the minute aspects of the well-being of everyone around.

From medication disbursing to discussing side effects (if any) and consulting doctors about the exact dosages, a pharmacist must see to these and more. Lin fact, he or she needs to frequently interact with medical practitioners to decide on the medications for personnel in the military. Last year, the count has been 671 pharmacists in the military. And almost every one of them has an average salary of $137,992.

Chaplain - $118,154

When it comes to being a military chaplain, around 66% of people hold a master's degree in theology, phycology, pastoral studies, or counseling, to name a few.

A chaplain, people are responsible for providing a wide variety of religious needs amongst the military branches, including religious accommodation and counseling. On average, military chaplains make $118,154.

Epidemiologist/Infectious Disease Physician - $117,456

Nowadays, several diseases are on the rise, and there's no way to trace the root cause of the same. Global health issues are peaking daily, and military epidemiologists or physicians who treat infectious diseases can prove worthwhile in these cases.

The military epidemiologists are instrumental in researching the causes, effects, and patterns of all these diseases thoroughly. Around 1487 military personnel are said to have this job title in a total of five branches in the military of the US, each of them making earnings of $117,456! They constitute some of the highest-paid public health practitioners.

Physicist - $130,580

The job of a military physicist is to carry out analysis and test the physical properties of materials. Their field of study includes matters that affect living organisms. After deriving the results of the experiments they conduct, they apply those to the solution of the problems at hand.

Military physicists work towards continuous development as well as modification to accentuate the performance levels. To get inducted into the military, one must have a doctoral degree. They are valuable to every branch of the military, from the Air Force to the Navy. The number of people currently working as military physicists is 437. The average salary of a military physicist is $130,580.

Computer Programmers and Developers - $118,839

The job role of computer programmers and developers in the military requires them to write, analyze, design, and develop programs that are important to the army’s ability to fight wars, thus enabling the smooth functioning of the computer applications and software programs.

From maintaining tracking programs to programs that are meant to organize as well as display intelligence data, the computer programmers and developers make sure that the software and programs required to accomplish any mission effectively and efficiently, are available to the military. The average salary of computer programmers and developers is $118,839.

Social Worker - $120,752

The main responsibility of social workers in the military is to apply knowledge and professional social work practices to make sure that every military personnel and their families are offered proper mental health services. They also carry out consultation, clinical counseling, substance abuse interventions, as well as critical event debriefings.

Aside from that, social workers also assess the requirements for social and psychological backing for individuals, families, and groups. They also evaluate, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders. Social workers in the military also offer consultation services to the leading officials in the army and promote training, social work research, as well as internship programs. The average salary of military social workers is $120,752.

Music Composer and Arranger - $126,026

Music composers and arrangers in the military are given the responsibility of writing and transcribing musical scores. They adapt any kind of music into musical arrangements. Aside from that, they come up with original music for different ensembles. To work in the role of a music composer and arranger in the army, one needs to have proper knowledge of music theory and the ability to arrange as well as compose music with the help of industry-standard software.

They also need to know everything about transpositions and need to know how to play different instruments. If you are a music composer, you may lead or even give direction to the other musicians. Their average salary is $126,026.

Chemist - $124,495

Chemists carry out as well as advice on research having military/medical applications, like the protection of military personnel from biological, chemical, and radiological agents. They also work on the development, handling, and the process of using synthetic and petroleum fuels and lubricants.

Additionally, they conduct research and advise on the purification and control of the atmosphere. Chemists in the military also carry out experiments, correlate and then analyze the derived data, and come up with instrumentation and techniques regarding how to record and gather the results of the tests. Their average salary stands at $124,495.

Dental Laboratory Technician - $158,901

The profile of dental laboratory technicians requires them to construct and repair dentures along with various other orthodontic appliances such as bridges, crowns, dentures, preoral, postoral, and maxillofacial surgical devices in a laboratory. The dental laboratory technicians don’t often work directly with the patients, i.e. the people on the battlefield.

However, they offer a healthcare service by joining hands with the dentists to improve the health and appearance of the personnel. They usually work in dental or optical laboratories. They are also known to work in examination and dispensing offices on certain occasions. The average salary of a digital laboratory technician is $158,901.

Nuclear Engineer - $116,097

Nuclear engineers are required to direct research and development to make use of the energy released during nuclear reactions. The nuclear engineers supervise projects that apply nuclear technology to nuclear power plants and weapons systems.

These engineers also need to make sure that the nuclear weapons are kept under tight security and that the safety of every person working with the nuclear materials is maintained. They usually work in offices, power plant control centers, and research laboratories, either on land or on ships and submarines that are nuclear-powered. The average salary of a nuclear engineer is $116,097.

Judge - $114,779

Individuals for the post of military judges are selected by the Judge Advocate General. A military judge has several roles to play in the military. Not only do they preside over the trials, but they also have the authority to interpret the law.

They assess the evidence that is presented in court. They also have full control over how hearings and trials take place in court. Judges usually work in courtrooms and legal offices. They may be on land as well as on ships. The salary of a judge stands at $114,779.

Helicopter Pilots - $77,487

Every branch of the military requires helicopter pilots. These guys need to be responsible and have the skill to control and fly the ensemble of helicopters that are in operation. The helicopter pilots also have the responsibility to spot and track the positions of the enemy, shift troops and equipment from one point to another, evacuate the wounded soldiers, carry out combat maneuvers, etc.

They are stationed either on aircraft carriers or at military bases. They are trained to fly in any weather condition. The pilots usually take off from and land at airports, landing decks on ships, and forward landing areas as well. $77,487 is the average salary of a helicopter pilot.

Podiatrist - $113,428

Podiatrists have the responsibility to examine and determine physical and physiological abnormalities of the ankle, foot, and the structures surrounding the areas. They perform tests such as x-rays to find out the reason for injury and disease.

The podiatrists offer surgical as well as a non-surgical treatment for podiatric disorders. In case there is a fracture in the foot or ankle, the podiatrist will make the area immobile with the help of braces, splints, or casts. These medical professionals also treat the injuries and diseases owing to combat. The podiatrists work in hospitals and clinics on ships and land.

Healthcare Administrators - $110,826

An individual has to have a bachelor’s degree to be eligible for the post of a military healthcare administrator. They must manage military clinics, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. They supervise the medical as well as administrative functions of these healthcare facilities.

They also make sure that both personnel and equipment are ready to fulfill the medical requirements of service members and their families too. Healthcare administrators generally work in clinics, hospitals, as well as other healthcare facilities. These facilities are either on land, but some ships and ships have sick bays. They earn an average salary of $110,826.

Human Resource Managers - $84,121

Human resource managers offer personnel programs by developing policies and procedures and coordinating them to support service members. They chalk out plans for performance evaluation, equal opportunity, awards, discipline, strength accounting, job assignment, etc.

The human resource managers also help with programs like overseas duty support, recreation, physical fitness, family support, drug, and alcohol abuse and control, and so on. They work in an office environment on ships or land. A bachelor’s degree is required. The average salary for the post of a human resources manager is $84,121.

Recruiter - $79,773

Whatever tasks are there in the military that are related to the application process, are carried out by the recruiters. The recruiters take part in promotional events, consultations, and interviews linked to potential enlistments. Recruiters offer applicants all the relevant information regarding enlisting and preparing enlistment reports. Aside from that, they maintain statistics related to the recruiting programs along with the administrative records.

They collaborate with high schools, colleges, and industry officials. They also take part in community activities like fundraising drives and state ceremonies. Recruiters operate in local recruiting offices, career centers, and high school campuses. They might have to travel on different occasions. The average compensation for a recruiter is $79,773.

Artillery and Missile Officers - $79,188

Artillery and missile officers have the responsibility to manage personnel as well as weapons operations to destroy enemy positions, vessels, and aircraft. They give direction to the artillery crew members while they position themselves, maintain the positions, and fire guns, cannons, rockets, and howitzers. They specialize in various types of artillery.

Based on the kind of weapon system they specialize in, artillery and missile officers happen to work under a specific condition. Some officers devote plenty of time to field training. They eat, sleep, and work in tents and outdoors, while others work and live on ships. The officers may also work in submarines or underground launch command centers. $79,188 is their average compensation.