As the Navy ramps up submarine production, West Islip High students are getting hands-on training in the industry
An estimated 140,000 skilled workers are needed over the next decade for construction of three new submarines per year, according to Erica Logan, deputy director of workforce for the Navy's Maritime Industrial Base unit. An additional 110,000 workers are needed to maintain surface ships and other naval assets, she said.
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