5.0
18 Sept 2010
Former employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
Fantastic, challenging job requiring a very high level of commitment and training. Pay is lower that other possible careers but the exclusive access to the world's best technology and training makes up for it. You have to opportunity to live around the world, you WILL travel around the world, and, to quote the song, "Chicks dig it".
Cons
Long hours, difficult to get it, training programs that weed out a lot of candidates. You will routinely be separated from family & friends and be stationed in remote locations. Potential death or severe injury is part of the risk.