Career path dilemma

[BarryW]

Hi

I hope this is the correct spot to post this, but here goes.

I have recently graduated with a Bsc. Aeronautical Engineering Degree, and would like to end up as a test pilot.
At the present moment I have no flying time to my name.

I have the possibility of two engineering jobs:
#1 Aviation related (UAV's, missiles etc), avg pay
#2 Working in Dubai(non-aerospace, oil), higher pay(3yr contract)

Do I choose the higher paying, but non aerospace related job, and fast-track my CPL(1.5 years)- and then try and get into an aerospace company.

Or opt for the lower paying job and get my flying time at a slower pace
but remain within the aerospace industry.

I would just like some feedback from some of the professionals in this field.

Thanks,

Barry