I'm posted to aftc as an airforce tech just a few days back and I'm having a dilemma if i should sign on as an AFE(M). Primary reason is for the $$ and I wish to lighten the load from my parents and pay my own degree. I graduated with a Diploma in Mechatronics (Aerospace option) with a GPA of 3.20 with currently no uni placing yet. You could say I have the interest in the aerospace field. My current plan is to serve the 6 years bond, then get a degree (probably not signing on as ME4)
However I get the impression from many "not to sign on for $$" and "make it a life career if you sign on".
I planned to become a LAE after my further study but from what I know/heard, rsaf skills are not really applicable in the civi side, but ive also heard otherwise..

I read all of the posts here (though i'm signing on as me1 instead), really useful but I still cant make a decision.. any thoughts/advices?