Often called a "five-star general", the rank of General of the Army has historically been reserved for wartime use and is not currently active in the U.S. Army. The table below lists all the standard ranks …

A Master Sergeant is a senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) who serves as a brigade's NCO in Charge, equal in paygrade to a First Sergeant but with less leadership responsibilities than one.

Master sergeant (MSG) is the eighth enlisted grade (E-8), ranking above sergeant first class and below sergeant major, command sergeant major, Sergeant Major of the Army, and equal in grade but not …

Aug 1, 2025 · Master Sergeant (MSG) (E-8) The E-8 paygrade includes two ranks. The master sergeant is the principal NCO at the battalion level, and often higher.

Master-level technical and tactical experts that support brigade, division, corps, echelons above corps, and major command operations. Provide leader development, mentorship, advice, and counsel...

The sergeant major of the Army, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, the master chief petty officer of the Navy and the chief master sergeant of the Air Force are the spokespersons of the enlisted force …

Jun 8, 2025 · master sergeant noun : a noncommissioned officer ranking in the army above a sergeant first class and below a staff sergeant major, in the air force above a technical sergeant and below a …

Dec 27, 2025 · Master Sergeant is a senior noncommissioned officer (NCO) in the United States Air Force, serving at a critical point in leadership, training, and operational readiness.

Dec 15, 2024 · Master Sergeants are experienced leaders who have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, and are entrusted with leading teams of soldiers in various environments, from …

Oct 12, 2024 · A Master Sergeant (MSG) is a senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) rank in the United States Army and Marine Corps, representing a critical leadership and technical expertise position.