Go for it. Its the best sort of flying there is! I know. I did over 42 years and some 12000 hours in 20 different types. Yes it is bloody hard work, frustrating at times dealing with blunties, but...you get to play hard, make lifetime mates and see parts of the world you wouldn't otherwise get to see. Mind you, not all of them in 5* luxury. Even with the contracting RAF there are still the opportunities to progress or keep flying.
Push for what you want, not what they offer, and keep trying, don't take no for an answer. It took me three goes, but from me being an aircraft apprentice to finishing up as a unit test pilot shows anyone can make a go of it.
Good luck!
