Amos,

Nothing to stop you from developing software and integrating systems in Vancouver. It has a very well-developed technology sector. We are also in the process of planning a beautiful live/work site complete with integrated university facilities. It will, hopefully, be a showcase for the world. Vancouver is one of the most livable cities in the world but there aren't too many pine cone carvers in this neck of the woods.

Lots of people keep their careers but change companies according to their conscience. My mother was a miniature, electronic welder (robots have replaced her) and was in high demand in the 60's and 70's. She subcontracted with Boeing (aerospace) until she realized how her work was being used. She then went to work for a medical engineering firm. She also began to feel that her work was being used unethically. She finally ended up in photography and loved every minute.

I know that you are not a mercenary or a profiteer but both Titan and CACI are suspect because they have tailored their business to the needs of the Bush admin. In other words, homeland security (spying), translation (interrogation) and military operations, in general. I may be jumping to conclusions but if you look at their mergers and their contracts, I would definitely question their ethics.

I know that the needs of family always come first. Do what you have to do and then do whatever makes you happiest. Good luck to you.