My son just retired a couple of months ago as a Master Sgt...but gets captain’s retirement because that was his highest rank.
Long story short...he hated being an officer so he gave it up to be enlisted again. :)
Good morning night owl ((HUGS))
I once worked for a Navy CDR who was promoted to Captain and he did not like it either. I wasn't working for him at the time, but I believe he decided to retire sooner because he didn't like the position; said it was so different.
So, KUDOs to your son.