EMK
A few thought from a guy who just retired 30 June, 2009. I did 20 years, 6 months, 12 days in the USMC. Loved the Marine Corps and loved the flying.
First. Sounds like you have a great civilian flying gig lined up. Be careful. I had a great gig lined up. I went through training, flew a couple of trips, and was loving the work. Then a new CEO arrived. I was out of work in his cost cutting sweep.
Second. The market is flooded with overqualified pilots applying for jobs. In short – it is ugly out here.
I would look hard for a flying job to do in the Air Force. Another idea is to pursue the USAF option of Retire / Reserve to have a backup. I wish the USN / USMC had that option available.
Good Luck
Bayou