Posted on Oct 2, 2015

How would you explain military ranks to a civilian?

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I need to provide a very generalized explanation of rank structure for the military which includes the difference between officers and enlisted. Ideally in 3-4 sentences. Your feedback is appreciated.

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Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS

Posted 9 y ago

Officers are Executives & Managers.
Warrant Officers are Subject Matter Experts & Technical Advisers.
NCOs are Middle Management & Supervisors.
Non-NCOs are the Workforce.

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MAJ (Join to see)

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Thank you very much!

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Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS

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MAJ (Join to see) - Happy to help.

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CPO Emmett (Bud) Carpenter

Posted 9 y ago

Pettyofficers and NCOs are the supervisors,officers are the big bosses, E1-E3 are the worker bees

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MAJ (Join to see)

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Thank you for the input!

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Posted 9 y ago

Ma'am: All branches of the military have both enlisted and officer ranks. Members in both categories are promoted to the next highest rank based on merit. Enlisted members are trained in a military specialty along with officers. Officers receive additional leadership training. and act as managers.

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