Joe Dunford served in the Navy for 25 months as a flag lieutenant. He says he was told by admils that if he went back to seal team, he wouldn't get promoted. But after serving with one of the Apollo recoveries, "I'm gonna make you the best flag lieutenant in seven fleet," his new boss said. Joe Dunford: I'll tell you man, Jaco, one of the best things about this job is how long you can do that job.