((a)) ** .—** In the Coast Guard, there shall be—

((1)) admirals (two);

((2)) vice admirals;

((3)) rear admirals;

((4)) rear admirals (lower half);

((5)) captains;

((6)) commanders;

((7)) lieutenant commanders;

((8)) lieutenants;

((9)) lieutenants (junior grade);

((10)) ensigns;

((11)) chief warrant officers;

((12)) cadets;

((13)) warrant officers; and

((14)) enlisted members.

((b)) ** .—** Enlisted members shall be distributed in ratings established by the Secretary.