11A MOS Infantry Officer — Civilian Career Guide
Infantry Officers lead soldiers in ground combat operations, plan and execute tactical missions, and manage personnel. Develops strong leadership, decision-making, and operational planning skills.
CAREER PATHS
4
TOP SALARY
$125,040.00
AVG SALARY
$103,015.00
Civilian Career Matches
Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.
Operations Manager
SOC 11-1021
$103,650.00
median/yr
Management Analyst
SOC 13-1111
$99,410.00
median/yr
Emergency Management Director
SOC 11-9161
$83,960.00
median/yr
Training and Development Manager
SOC 11-3131
$125,040.00
median/yr
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