EP,
I know I will recieve my usual "verbal slapping" for this but if it's strictly a job as an aviator you are looking for have considered the opportunities a life in either of the "two shades of blue" might offer.
The work ethic is very differant and if you apply for, are selected and complete the training for pilot..........then thats exactly what you will be...........for as long as you so desire.....within reason.
If you expand your question to seek advice from the many RAF and RN pilots in these hallowed halls who knows where you could end up.
Whatever tho' best of luck
all spelling mistakes are "df" alcohol induced