airtwardo 6 #26 February 14, 2013 Quote So in other words, you couldn't hold on to a job. Nope...'altitude' problems! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel99 143 #27 February 14, 2013 Electronics/Microwave Engineer and just started doing a part time Masters Electrical Engineering cause I'm bored at workMy current project is designing part of this http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/blimps-to-bolster-washingtons-air-shield-in-test/2013/02/11/e9125538-6fd2-11e2-aa58-243de81040ba_story.html Experienced jumper - someone who has made mistakes more often than I have and lived. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airdvr 197 #28 February 14, 2013 I get to hang around fun stuff like this all day. Every once in a while someone comes in and buys one and I get paid.Please don't dent the planet. Destinations by Roxanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EatSleepFly 0 #29 February 14, 2013 QuoteI know a lot of us on here are carrer skydivers, but for those of you who aren't, and even for those of you who are, whats is or was your real job? did you go to school, join a fraternity or sorority, whats your degree in? whats your trade/ skill set? Im a senior at UC Davis studying computer science engineering (programming nerd) and im a Sigma Chi. I jump nearly year round and during the summer I work as a TI at my local DZ. Pilot. Fly for the owners of an MLB team and a Fortune 200 company. I guess there are worse jobs. My dad's cousin is a professor at UC Davis (I think). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #30 February 14, 2013 Lieutenant Colonel - Chief of Current Intelligence, Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe BS (CJ / Psych) MS (Business Mgt) MS (Intl Rel) JD (Law) I avoid trade related skills. It would only end up in more work. But my fun skills: SCUBA, Hang gliding, sportbikes, Japanese Swordsmanship, TKD, HKD, BJJ, archery, small arms marksmanship, rock climbing, kayaking, mountain biking...whenever I try to remember all of my hobbies, I have to mentally walk through all the gear in my garage. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #31 February 14, 2013 Hi 51 I'm a pro at inhaling and exhaling, and keeping a low profile.One Jump Wonder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #32 February 14, 2013 Keeping a low profile may ensure you inhale and exhale for a long time.I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gregpso 1 #33 February 14, 2013 QuoteDegree in Biology, with majors in Marine Science and Environmental management Post Grad quals in Education Working as a high school teacher, with "At Risk" kids Your kidding !!I tend to be a bit different. enjoyed my time in the sport or is it an industry these days ?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gregpso 1 #34 February 14, 2013 Full time entertainer on DZ.com. with a major in teaching folk how to be loved and popular on internet forums!! Moonlight as promotions Officer for skyhook for Bill Booth.I tend to be a bit different. enjoyed my time in the sport or is it an industry these days ?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #35 February 14, 2013 QuoteQuoteDegree in Biology, with majors in Marine Science and Environmental management Post Grad quals in Education Working as a high school teacher, with "At Risk" kids Your kidding !!Given that you have next to ZERO information on me why would you assume Im kidding. (BTW it's YOU'RE, not your) Is it because I don't wish to tolerate your continued annoying presence on Forums and have no desire to meet you in person in any capacity?You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gregpso 1 #36 February 14, 2013 You bite easily squeak! No i do not know you and I could not be any less interested in meeting you. Actually some school teachers are a big factor in why the youth of today are so out of control.. no respect. Alot of teachers are left wing nutters. Alot are teachers cause they cannot do anything else. yep plenty of good ones too !!I tend to be a bit different. enjoyed my time in the sport or is it an industry these days ?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #37 February 14, 2013 The sexual tension between the two of you is palpable.I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #39 February 14, 2013 Degree/Qualifications: - Fully Qualified AVN Tech (civil equivalent = A&P) - BA (Joint honours English/History) - ACMA (Chartered Accountant) Jobs: - AVT Tech ("Aircraft Mechanic") - 7 years in Canadian military - *Lots* of little jobs for about a year (and a few before and/or on the side) - Financial Controller / Financial Consultant (or various "finance-type" jobs) since 2006 I'm still trying to figure out what I want to do for a living, although this current job is pretty great, all things considered. "There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billeisele 122 #40 February 14, 2013 Income: marine scientist Galapagos Islands, wildlife biologist, fish farm manager, boat rigging and repair, middle managment at a shipyard, chemist, small business consultant, business manager, house remodeling primary, most current, job is as an energy consultantGive one city to the thugs so they can all live together. I vote for Chicago where they have strict gun laws. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,121 #41 February 14, 2013 It's sort of an inside joke -- I was actually a programmer on the space shuttle, working on the onboard on-orbit software. But it's close enough for government work Wendy P. There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dthames 0 #42 February 14, 2013 Technical degree in electronics. I like to program hardware (micro CPUs) Real job: business needs type work, for engineering data and engineering software at a large manufacturing company (35+ years same company, but not same job)Instructor quote, “What's weird is that you're older than my dad!” Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 259 #43 February 14, 2013 What's a real job and why would I want one when I can have this life instead? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #44 February 14, 2013 QuoteWhat's a real job and why would I want one when I can have this life instead? I'll have what she's having, please?I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 3 #45 February 14, 2013 Network engineer and project manager for a day job Rigger, software engineer, computer-fixer-guy, skydive instructor and all that other fun stuff."I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sandi 0 #46 February 14, 2013 I aspire to be a skydiving bum. Although I did try that for about a year and had to go back to real life once I ran out of money. In real life I'm a Developmental Cognitive Neuroscientist. What the heck is that, you ask? I do research in brain development. I also teach research methods to undergrads. Degrees: BS (public administration) BS (biology and psychology) MSEd (learning & developmental sciences) PhD (cognitive neuroscience & developmental psych). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DiverMike 5 #47 February 14, 2013 QuoteIm a senior at UC Davis studying computer science engineering (programming nerd) and im a Sigma Chi. You picked a good field. I have a BS in Computer Science (1980) and have been an applications developer/executive for a while. The money is good and people think you are smart. I get to take long lunch hours and skydive almost every weekday during lunch. For the same reason I jump off a perfectly good diving board. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #48 February 14, 2013 Quote In real life I'm a Developmental Cognitive Neuroscientist. What the heck is that, you ask? I do research in brain development. I also teach research methods to undergrads. reply] I still don't know what you do. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airdvr 197 #49 February 14, 2013 Quote I do research in brain development You must get really bored looking around in here. Please don't dent the planet. Destinations by Roxanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 622 #50 February 14, 2013 She never told me to do anything. It's would be nice if you guys would stop being ass hats to her about it as well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
