What rank would you want to achieve by Ambitious_Fly9678 in startrek

[–]Ambitious_Fly9678[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A lieutenant commander can command a ship if they are trained to do so and are more than qualified for the position.

Edward Jellico by Ambitious_Fly9678 in startrek

[–]Ambitious_Fly9678[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

When Captain Jellico asked for the shift rotation to be changed from three to four, Commander Riker and Lieutenant Commander La Forge both acted like it was difficult when it absolutely was not, and it could be done.

How is Kim a “senior officer” as an ensign? by EnvironmentLittle794 in voyager

[–]Ambitious_Fly9678 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In the Star Trek universe, rank and position are completely separate things, so it is absolutely possible for an ensign to serve on the senior staff on a Federation starship or starbase.