Navy reviewing job titles in attempt to go gender neutral

The review was ordered by Navy Secretary Ray Mabus and has been criticized as political correctness gone overboard.

The Navy Times reports that a similar memo and mandate was sent to the commandant of the Marine Corps.

With barriers removed from where women can serve, the review is intended to change job titles to reflect that. Seaman, yeoman, airman, fireman and midshipman are the most likely to be changed following the review, though more than 20 jobs currently include the term "man."

Pay rates may also change for some positions as part of the review.

The final report is due by April 1.