I'm a strong believer that you will make it when the time is right. I have been SBE for 4 years. been told by some i have the perfect package meet every thing that i need to on my LADR but missing an NEC that they want, and they are trying to keep certain ones in the navy. Also have one PFA failure and then a BCA pass but waived from rest of PFA. So I'm sure that will keep me from making it too. PFA holds a lot of weight and I'm sure will keep me from making it before retirement. The navy loses a lot of great Sailors due to a inch or two. Definitely understand there are standards. hopefully one day that changes a little and your performance and the things you have accomplish holds a lot more weight, cause people (not just me) put in a lot to get a little in return