Haven't bumped this in a while.
Game is really starting to get its groove on. The game could still use players to fill many positions. You could try your hand at becoming a system lord, take a position in government, start a corporation, become a banker, a stock market fiend, anything your imagination can dream up, and SJ can implement. Go here to get more information.
http://www.spaceempires.net/home/ftopict-3069.html
http://www.spaceempires.net/home/ftopict-3199.html
http://www.spaceempires.net/home/forum-65.html
There is currently a full system lord position available to take over for those who are interested.