What is the rank associated with O-2 in the Navy?

In the Navy, the rank associated with O-2 is Lieutenant Junior Grade. This rank comes after Ensign (O-1) and before Lieutenant (O-3). It reflects the early stages of a naval officer's career, typically held by officers who have completed some initial training and have started to take on leadership responsibilities.

Lieutenant Junior Grade officers often serve in various capacities, gaining essential experience and developing their skills as they prepare for more advanced positions. This rank is a critical step within the Navy’s officer structure and carries specific responsibilities, which include overseeing junior personnel and contributing to mission planning and execution.

The other ranks listed—First Lieutenant, Lieutenant, and Captain—represent different levels in the military hierarchy, with First Lieutenant not being a rank in the Navy structure, Lieutenant being the next rank up from O-2, and Captain being a rank associated with O-6.