As my military career draws to a close in the next two years my intentions were to make flying my 'Plan B'. I realize a lot can happen between now and the next 24 months but I'm beginning to set myself up for a different follow-on career. I've worked for the government for the past 18 years and going to a civilian job scares the hell out of me. Similarly, starting another government job makes me feel like I don't have the intestinal fortitude to work in the civilian sector (other than flying). I'm close to a degree and haven't chosen a definite major. I'm looking at getting my certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, etc... and find a job in Process Improvement. I've been doing conferences for the Naval Aviation Enterprise for the past couple of years and really like being an outside set of eyes on a process. My wife will probably continue ATC after she retires this year but because of her sexual orientation there is nothing for sure. Women!?!? :\ In order for me to match what I currently make in the Navy I need about 65K. Shouldn't be too terribly hard to find based on the research I've done thus far. Still want to fly if it's at all possible. I've been on the ground maintenance side for nearly 20 years knowing I'm capable of being up there vice down here.