General Dynamics Electric Boat intends to hire an estimated 1,500 people this year in Rhode Island as it works on its Virginia and Columbia-class submarines. / COURTESY GENERAL DYNAMICS ELECTRIC BOAT
NORTH KINGSTOWN — General Dynamics Electric Boat is approaching 2022 with an emphasis on recruitment and training, including hiring an estimated 1,500 in Rhode Island, the company said Monday at its annual legislative briefing. “Our need to hire is persistent and long term,” said Kevin Graney, president of General Dynamics Electric Boat. This year, he…