The waiting is agonizing... I've been going at this since April of 2012. Applied, tested, interviewed, PAT and medical all successfully passed. I'm just waiting on a start date. I've been told no date is available, that they are waiting on authorization to hire. If someone transfers and a position opens or if a special project begins - I'm golden. I'm trying to stay on top of things by inquiring with recruiter (bordering on stalking - wink..wink). Anyone in the department, or otherwise, have any info as to the status of the current project? Hard to get any updates before March 2012 online. What should I expect? And please don't say "patience" or I will scream! Thanks...