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Survey reveals why surface warfare officers want to leave the fleet

A report on the survey of SWOs was released by Naval Surface Forces earlier this month.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

23 months ago

Navy testing alternative crewing model amid shortages, says SWO boss

The pilot program aims to decrease the number of temporary additional duty sailors aboard destroyers.

By Diana Stancy

2 years ago

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

2 years ago

Vice admiral and two dozen others punished for USS Bonhomme Richard fire

Punishments include a letter of censure against retired Vice Adm. Richard Brown, who served as commanding officer of the surface fleet at the time.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

3 years ago

Surface warfare officers cautiously optimistic about changes since Fitz and McCain disasters

“Acknowledging a positive trend requires you to acknowledge you’re coming from somewhere negative."

By Geoff Ziezulewicz and Diana Stancy

3 years ago

Legislation calling for surface warfare officer specialization is dead in the water

A progress report, due a year after the defense policy bill’s passage, must outline actions being taken to improve SWO retention, particularly among women.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

4 years ago