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 4167 reviews)); "Good pay and benifits for a job that can be done right out of high school." ((in 1217 reviews)); "The Air Force is great for people looking for a structured life style and for direction in life." ((in 1076 reviews)); "The job security is great and supporting the nation's Air Force is a great honor." ((in 1066 reviews)); "This is a great opportunity to serve your country and do great things for your nation." ((in 919 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 1513 reviews)); "Move often and a range of good and bad leadership" ((in 1204 reviews)); "Deployments and possibly long hours away from family." ((in 606 reviews)); "absolutely ridiculous hours no work life balance consumes your entire life" ((in 389 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?

Paris , Rennes , Bagnolet , Marseille

US Air Force reviews

4.1

79% would recommend to a friend

(31,327 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 31,327 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 Gouvernement et administration publique industry (3.6 stars).

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31K reviews

4.0

Sep 9, 2008

the USAF isn't for everyone but it has been plenty good to me.

Weather forecaster

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

serving our country... work hard and you will get promoted- it's like anything else though... you have to be focused on your goals, etc

Cons

It depends on the job obviously, but for me, I get tired of sitting at a computer. I would rather do something more physical. However, I fully recognize that I wouldn't want to be deployed 15 months with the army either- and I have all the respect in the world for those guys.

4.0

Sep 9, 2008

Great place to start or complete a whole career

E5-staff sergeant

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CEO approval

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Pros

It feels great knowing that you can serve your country through the sacrifices that you make as an idividual. The scenery is always changing while you are serving. That includes you location if you like to move every couple of years and management is always turning over. There are many specialties that a person may be qualified for that they may have never thought of trying. The Air Force trains you extensively on you assigned job. This training can come in very handy if you choose to switch to the civilian world.

Cons

Being away from family and friends often

5.0

Sep 7, 2008

Do Something Amazing...Cross into the Blue...We've Been Waiting for You

Anonymous employee

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Pros

The Air Force provides a "great way of life". The opportunites for advancement, education, and training,are endless. Overall, the Air Force is the service of choice within the armed forces and the quality of life is far superior.

Cons

One of the hardest things I've experienced is leaving friends behind when moving from one assignement to the next. However, the opportunity to meet new friends and see new places has broadened my life.

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the USAF isn't for everyone but it has been plenty good to me.

Great place to start or complete a whole career

Do Something Amazing...Cross into the Blue...We've Been Waiting for You

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