Aeronut - Thanks for reply. I will answer one at a time.
I agree - trust (and respect) is earned both ways.
Again I agree - any one who says "trust me" is normally a car salesman. (or a chief)
So not good odds in your book. But at least you trust your Boss and Chiefs equally. Gets my vote.
Spooky, I have also know 3 JENGOS sacked. 1st got caught shagging another wife - he is now a Wing Cdr, 2nd for drink driving - he is now a Sqn Ldr and a third who got booted off the Sqn in the gulf after losing his reds and greens; he is now also a Sqn Ldr. Sorry but I dont know any that were sacked for a Techie of any rank screwing up. And "TRUST ME" I have seen some major cock ups.
I think we are in agreement that JEngos/Sengos/Chiefs and all SNCOs are important cogs in the wheel. But the wheel is turning and a few cogs seem to be missing!!!!!!!!!!!