An explanation of the the enlisted rates is hyperlinked from the chevrons in the image to the left, and an explanation of the various Navy occupational specialities is hyperlinked from the rating symbol , in this case the crossed anchors. Officer Ranks Navy officers wear their rank devices in different places on their uniforms, depending upon the uniform.
Shoulder boards are also worn on bridge coats and reefers.
A chart of the officer ranks is hyperlinked from the ensign's bar at the left. Specialty Insignia Officers in the Navy are either Line officers or Staff Corps. Among these are also Limited Duty Officers and Commissioned Warrant Officers. Staff Corps and Commission Warrant Officers wear Insignia in place of the Line officer's star.