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Most Undermanned Navy Rates in 2026

Undermanned ratings are the Navy's most in-demand jobs. Choosing one means faster advancement, better bonuses, and more leverage when picking duty stations. The Navy actively recruits for these rates.

#1
TM
Torpedoman's Matesurface
Manning Level
78% filled
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Manning Level78% filled
#2
ABE
Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Launch & Recoveryaviation
Manning Level
80% filled
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Manning Level80% filled
#3
DC
Damage Controlmanengineering
Manning Level
80% filled
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Manning Level80% filled
#4
YNS
Yeoman – Submarinesinfowar
Manning Level
81% filled
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Manning Level81% filled
#5
ST
Sonar Techniciansurface
Manning Level
83% filled
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Manning Level83% filled
#6
EM
Electrician's Mateengineering
Manning Level
85% filled
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Manning Level85% filled
#7
LSS
Logistics Specialist – Submarinessurface
Manning Level
85% filled
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Manning Level85% filled
#8
AW
Naval Aircrewmanaviation
Manning Level
85% filled
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Manning Level85% filled
#9
NC
Navy Counselorinfowar
Manning Level
85% filled
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Manning Level85% filled
#10
MC
Mass Communications Specialistinfowar
Manning Level
86% filled
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Manning Level86% filled

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