purplekat222's journey

I recently applied for an internal position at an aerospace company where I currently work. A colleague recommended that I go for it, as it aligns perfectly with my desire for better work-life balance. I submitted my resume and cover letter three weeks ago, and while I received confirmation that my application was received, I haven't heard anything since. I followed up with my colleague, who mentioned that the supervisor was on vacation and that my resume was passed on to the manager last week. I'm starting to feel anxious because it's been almost a month without any updates. I have 20 years of experience, and the job listing states that they accept experience in lieu of a degree, which I don't have. I’m not asking for a higher salary, just the same pay as my current role. There are three positions open, but I can’t take a pay cut, and I was told there's little competition for the role I applied for. My current workplace has become really toxic, and I've been stressed out as the new guy for the last four years. I have a clean record with no write-ups or bad reviews. I'm just trying to understand why it's taking so long to get a response. Has anyone else experienced this kind of delay?