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United States Army enlisted rank insignia. The chart below shows the current enlisted rank insignia of the United States Army, with seniority, and pay grade, increasing from right to left. The enlisted ranks of corporal (E-4) and higher are considered non-commissioned officers (NCOs).
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United States Army Ranks In Order. This table of the United States Army ranks from lowest to highest shows the Army's rank structure from lowest to highest including rank insignia, abbreviation, and rank classification.
- Team. The smallest element in the Army organizational structure. Usually comprised of four Soldiers. Typically led by a sergeant.
- Squad. The second smallest element in the Army organizational structure. Its size is dependent on its function. 2 - 3 teams. Typically led by a staff sergeant.
- Platoon. A basic combat unit capable of maneuvering in the conduct of combat operations. 2 - 4 Squads. Led by a lieutenant, assisted by a platoon sergeant that is a sergeant first class.
- Company. A cohesive tactical sized unit that can perform a battlefield function on its own. It is capable of receiving and controlling additional combat, combat support or combat service support elements to enhance its mission capability.
At the E-8 level, the Army, Marine Corps and Air Force have two positions at the same paygrade. Whether one is, for example, a senior master sergeant or a first sergeant in the Air Force depends ...
