AWAC is not the "career" place is used to be. Switching to the US Air flying has killed productivity and made the schedules horrible for the commuters, with an average of 13 days off a month compared to what used to be 17-18 days off a month.
Get the PIC time, it'll help you later in life. A career at a regional isn't viable, unless you like being on pins and needles and don't mind moving every year.