When transferring to a new boat, a Sailor does get to express his desires as to home port, type of Sub, and even a particular boat, but his desires are not binding upon the detailer. If a Sailor's desires match up with an available opening, then he will get what he wants. If not, he can usually get a second or third choice. But he cannot flatly refuse orders. That is why they are called "orders", and they are signed by an Admiral. To do so would risk punitive action such as a Court Martial, or just get him booted out of the Navy.
I figured that was the case. Bet they didn't get many dream sheets asking for assignment to the Peanut.
Just damn