No need to fool with the military. Go join up with the Military Sealift Command. (
Military Sealift Command), it is civil service, pays very very very well, great adventure, work hard..I did it for five years, had to quit because always gone from wife, and kids, but it's a good job and career choice for you. It is a bit of paperwork to complete, takes about 6 months, but just do it.