Indeed, check the latest tweak to the bidding system compliments of dickhED's latest FCN.
Peternowell, I would bet that a large majority of EK pilots would love to trade positions with you! Myself included.
Coming to EK will help you in one way for sure, realising what you really want to do for a flying job. It was pretty good 5-6 years ago but now its just a stop off to something else. Most guys talk about being home everynight as a dream job, gear down at sundown.....
You will need a strong marriage, fiscal restraint and good exit strategy (i.e. were leaving tonight) to survive here.
Good Luck