7 janvier 2022 | International, Naval

Workforce development, process improvements will make or break the Virginia-class submarine program

The submarine-industrial base is facing an increased workload even as it's already behind in deliveries, making it all the more important to get new processes and well-trained new recruits in place quickly.

https://www.defensenews.com/naval/2022/01/06/workforce-development-process-improvements-will-make-or-break-the-virginia-class-submarine-program/

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