Agency desperately needs Helicopter ASI's. You have extremely competitive quals and would be highly desirable. SAN has lots of helo activity. Also LGB, VNY and RAL. Do you want G/A or Air Carrier? Much more G/A opportunities in SoCal. If you apply right now, I guarantee you will be plucked from the pool quickly. Thus I would wait until closer to your separation date. You won't miss your opportunity as the hiring boom has just begun... For G/A you will do the flight check in a PA-44 at DFW area. The new "centralized hiring" process involves an interview via phone or in person at several locations, not necessarily the office you want to work at. Study FAA Advisory Circular 120-92B on SMS. V/R!