im not in the airforce but i work on an air force base doing electrical mods to c-17 aircraft. if i could go back in time i would have joined the air force and be on my way to a retirement. i would have 8 years in right now and could retire with 20 years in at 38 years old. then i could get the job i have now and retire again. its so hard to make the decision when you are fresh out of highschool but after you grow up a little you really start to realize it. im greatful for my govt job but i kick myself in the ass every day for not joining right out of highschool.