I concur with a little of both of the above. If its something you know you are not going to want to put the time in for, then pass. Or, suck it up and open up a world of opportunities for yourself. Either way, good luck with your decision and keep us posted.
Justin
PS Not that AE doesn't open up opportunities. I don't know if it does or does not, but I do know that nuke opens up opportunities in industries you never thought possible.