Perks and benefits
At NAVSEA, we prioritize the well-being and professional growth of our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and career development.
We're committed to the professional growth of our employees, offering on-the-job training, formal education programs and opportunities for advancement within the organization. We want you to pursue continuous learning and development to enhance your skills and career prospects.
Mentorship
At NAVSEA, mentorship is more than guidance—it’s a career partnership. Mentorship connects you with experienced leaders, technical experts and your peers. Whether you're early in your career or preparing for your next leadership role, our mentorship programs help you build confidence, expand your professional network and develop the skills needed to grow within a mission-driven organization.
You get knowledge, career coaching and hands-on learning that supports both personal growth and long-term career progression.
Leadership development programs
NAVSEA invests in the future of leadership through comprehensive development programs designed to prepare employees at every stage of their career. From emerging leader initiatives to executive-level development pathways, these programs focus on building strategic thinking, communication, operational excellence and mission leadership.
Participants benefit from formal training, rotational experiences, real-world project leadership, and mentorship opportunities that prepare them to lead complex programs supporting the U.S. Navy’s ships, submarines and systems, while building sustainable, long-term careers in public service.
Tuition reimbursement
NAVSEA is committed to lifelong learning and continuous professional development. Our tuition reimbursement and educational support programs empower employees to pursue higher education, certifications and specialized training aligned with mission needs and career goals.
By investing in employee education, NAVSEA ensures its workforce remains innovative, highly skilled, and prepared to meet evolving technical and operational challenges, while helping employees achieve personal growth and long-term career success.
You will enjoy generous leave benefits, including 13 to 26 days of paid vacation per year, 13 days of sick leave annually, and 10 paid federal holidays. Flexible work schedules and family-friendly leave policies are available to help balance work and personal life.
- Holidays
- Annual leave
- Sick leave
- Paid parental leave
- Family and medical leave
- Family-friendly federal leave policies
- Voluntary leave programs
You are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), which includes a basic annuity, Social Security and the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The TSP allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary, with NAVSEA matching contributions up to five percent towards retirement.
Flexible spending accounts
Federal retirement plans
- Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
- Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS)
- Social Security benefits
You will have access to the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, offering over 200 varieties of health insurance plans with no waiting periods and no restrictions on pre-existing conditions. The Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) Program provides group term life insurance, with costs shared between you and the government.
Federal insurance plans
Group term life insurance
- Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI)
- Supplemental insurances
Long-term-care insurance