Is US Air Force a good company to work for?

US Air Force has an overall rating of 4.1 out of 5, based on over 32,489 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 79% of employees would recommend working at US Air Force to a friend and 65% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about US Air Force have been left by employees working as Senior Operations Manager , Retired Military and Fleet Manager .

Does US Air Force pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, US Air Force employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at US Air Force. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at US Air Force?

79% of US Air Force employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated US Air Force 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 4.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at US Air Force?

Security Forces (419) , Crew Chief (386) , Avionics Technician (358) , E5 - Air Force - Staff Sergeant (329) , Program Manager (322) , Officer (316) , Intelligence Analyst (292) , Aircraft Mechanic (289) , Enlisted Military (272) , Superintendent (250) , E4 - Air Force - Senior Airman (228) , Pilot (209) , E7 - Air Force - Master Sergeant (180) , Aircraft Maintenance Technician (177) , Project Manager (170)

What are the pros of working at US Air Force according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are great and long lasting if you stay in long enough for VA be if it’s & GI bill" ((in 4142 reviews)); "Good pay if you're willing to put in the time/effort to move up in the ranks." ((in 1232 reviews)); "Great job security and a good way to serve our country" ((in 1087 reviews)); "The Air Force is great for people looking for a structured life style and for direction in life." ((in 1083 reviews)); "This is a great opportunity to serve your country and do great things for your nation." ((in 931 reviews))

What are the cons of working at US Air Force according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours and lack of knowledge of customers not knowing what is required of them." ((in 1505 reviews)); "Move often and a range of good and bad leadership" ((in 1189 reviews)); "Deployments and possibly long hours away from family." ((in 597 reviews)); "absolutely ridiculous hours no work life balance consumes your entire life" ((in 388 reviews)); "If you have poor management they do not hold people accountable and that can become a very frustrating situation." ((in 306 reviews))

What are employees saying about US Air Force layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about US Air Force layoffs and their outlook for job security at US Air Force in 2026.

What are the top reviewed US Air Force locations?

San Antonio , Washington , Las Vegas , Colorado Springs , Tucson , Dayton , Oklahoma City , Hampton , Tampa , Eglin AFB , Travis AFB , Hurlburt Field , Hill AFB , Nellis AFB , Charleston , Beale AFB , Los Angeles , Warner Robins , Scott AFB , Albuquerque , Anchorage , Dover , Langley AFB , Omaha , Barksdale AFB , Tinker AFB , Honolulu , Fort Meade , Offutt AFB , Montgomery

US Air Force reviews

4.1

79% would recommend to a friend

(31,332 total reviews)

Gen. David L. Goldfein

81% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

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US Air Force has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 31,332 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The US Air Force employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

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31K reviews

4.0

Mar 2, 2011

Fulfilling..

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Fulfilling duty in an honorable profession.

Cons

Promotion often based on filled squares rather than tru work performance or leadership abiliites.

5.0

Mar 2, 2011

Great place to have long and profitable career.

Anonymous employee

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Pros

The Medical and Dental benefits are excellent. The Military will cover 100%. You will have a steady paycheck. Opportunities to travel worldwide

Cons

You will have to sacrifice time away from your family

3.0

Feb 25, 2011

A good start to many promising careers, but you may stagnate depending on your goals.

Linguist

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Pros

The MGIB, free health care, dental care, and vision care are all good reasons to work for the USAF. The pay is decent. You receive 30 days of vacation a year, and depending on the career field you choose there are many opportunities for professional development. It's a good opportunity to serve your country. The retirement package is tempting, especially if you reach higher ranks.

Cons

As an enlisted member in the USAF, you will unfortunately not be afforded much respect from officers and civilian coworkers; this is especially true in the intelligence field. The pay is low compared to similar jobs in the civilian sector. Though you are serving your country, you give up many rights by joining the military, it is indeed a lifestyle...not just a job. The danger of deploying is ever present, and divorce rates are higher in the military due to the high levels of stress. Overall, I believe that the USAF is a good starting point for someone who doesn't have many options and wants to get out of their home town, but it takes a certain type of personality to stick it out. In general, the USAF promotes much slower than the other branches of military service, which can be disheartening in a joint environment.

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Great place to have long and profitable career.

A good start to many promising careers, but you may stagnate depending on your goals.

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