Howdy Y'all.
I'm not sure if this is the correct place to post this thread, but I'm new here so go easy on me.
Basically I'm looking for a little guidance.
A few years ago I completed my training at ATP earning my MEII. Unfortunately, after training I went back to work with my old job as a network administrator due to the fact I could not afford to be an ATP instructor or any flight instructor.
Since then I have been working on my Aviation Sciences degree from UVSC, and only have 1 year left.
Also, I really messed up by not renewing my Instructor Licenses. I know, I know this was a BIG mistake!
I currently have 284TT 139ME 185XC and 195PIC.
I have not flown in over 2 years so I am far from proficient, this I know. But I have some money to get back in the air with an instructor and plan to do so very soon.
After I become comfortable in the air again I would like to find a job in aviation and quit the admin job. I have heard of low time pilot jobs such as fish spotting, pipeline patrol, entry level cargo, and traffic watch.
My goal is not to become an airline pilot. My goal is to be a pilot and stop being a network admin. If the airlines become an option for me in the future, that may be a path I take, but till then I would glady fly rubber dog poo from A to B as long as Im making some money for it.
I would like to know if y'all have any suggestions about the afore mentioned jobs (fish spotting, pipeline patrol, entry level cargo, and traffic watch) or any paths I should take to get me back into aviation.
I live in Houston, TX
Thanks in advance for your replies and professionalism, it is greatly appreciated.
-BagRat