The official DoD Blended Retirement System (BRS) calculator is now available.

The calculator uses service dates, expected retirement date, career progression, life expectancy, TSP contribution rate and expected return, and continuation pay bonus information to create a comparison between the "High-3" legacy retirement benefit and the BRS retirement system.

Here are some screenshots of the calculator:

I haven't had a chance to review the calculations themselves, but I'm impressed with the inputs incorporated into this beta version.

I'd like to see some way to perform sensitivity and break-point analyses. Also, the calculator could also incorporate an individual's personal discount rate to make this decision tool more robust.

The Eisenhower School at National Defense University offers senior civilians, military officers, and international fellows a master's degree in National Resource Strategy. The curriculum is unique in that it affords an opportunity for students to study an industry related to national security. These studies culminate in a publicly available report.

The current industries under study are:

Advanced Manufacturing
Agribusiness
Aircraft
Biotechnology
Education
Electronics
Energy
Financial Services
Healthcare
Information Communications & Technology
Land Combat Systems
Private Sector Support & Services
Reconstruction
Robotics and Autonomous Systems
Shipbuilding
Space
Strategic Materials
Transportation
Weapons

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