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Navy offering big bucks to keep aviation officers in uniform
Aviators from a variety of platforms are eligible for big bucks if they opt to stay Navy.
By Diana Stancy
Military services grappling with filling their ranks in budget request
The services are looking to add about 12,000 troops to their ranks this year.
It takes a community to recruit and retain service members
America's defense communities have long been one of the largest sources for military recruiting.
By Karen Holt
Navy reveals bonuses it’s offering to retain surface warfare officers
The service is eyeing several other ideas to improve SWO retention.
By Diana Stancy
Navy eradicates fitness test failures in campaign to improve retention
The change is part of a Navy-wide campaign aimed at improving accessions, retention and attrition.
By Diana Stancy
Navy surpasses FY22 retention goals amid recruitment challenges
"We are taking every opportunity to allow future Sailors to join or current Sailors to continue their service," Navy officials said.
By Diana Stancy
Navy offering big bucks to retain senior-enlisted special operators
Some SEALs and special warfare boat operators are eligible for up to $100,000 to stay on active duty.
MCPON: High-year tenure pause can’t block younger sailors’ advancement
The policy suspension aims to "to keep our combat teams as strong as possible," said Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea.
By Diana Stancy
Retention of surface warfare officers is improving, SWO boss says
The commander of Naval Surface Forces, Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, said his goal is to reach a 35% or 36% retention rate among SWOs for 2023.
By Diana Stancy
Navy suspends high-year tenure in attempt to increase retention
The policy change is expected to impact at least 1,600 sailors.
By Diana Stancy