Ask the boss if you can do some engineering quals, and qualify some extra DC locker quals. Once you get the TLD, and prove your value to Reactor Department the extra quals will help make you stand out.
Try to see if you can do anything with the flying squad. Qualify Aft Steering, See if you can qualify on the Helm. All this will prove worth, and help with your pin. There is always need for help on the beloved "FOD" walkdowns. I have helped my hard chargers work on all of these quals, it all helps.
Keep your chin up.