slightly off track.
My professional life, engineering or aviation, has generally been involved with the less established, developing projects and companies.
It appeals to who I am. It won't appeal to others though. The outcome can be very satisfying, but requires a huge amount of determination and a long view. It's along the lines creating or using.
Some people would prefer to work for an established and stabilised operation with a long track record. Many people expect that to be the norm wherever they go.