The last couple of days have been kinda double-edged, but things are looking fairly positive.
On Monday, I get a call-back from a placement agency that I was marginally in touch with back when I got out of the Navy. They had a position they were looking for in Washington State. They say that the company wants to do a phone interview.
Not more than five minutes later, I get a call back saying to "GET YOUR ASS TO THE TELECONFERENCE"
I get on the teleconference, and interview with three guys. One in Whidbey Island, Washington, one in Fallon, Nevada, and one in Key West, Florida. The phone interview consisted of about 3 questions about my experience, and about 10-15 minutes of swapping sea stories and bullshitting. I felt good.
Yesterday, I go out to the movies with a friend in a late birthday celebration. About 20 minutes before showtime, I get a call from the placement agency. They want to extend a provisional offer. What's holding it up? Background investigation and other stuff like that. Given my previous job, that won't be too much of a factor.
I get an e-mail this morning to fill out and fax back a conflict of interest form. No biggie there.
Guys, I think I might have a new job very soon.