Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs in Iowa

Quality Assurance Engineer jobs in Iowa are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in manufacturing, agricultural technology, financial services, and health insurance sectors across Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City. Major employers with an established Iowa presence include Principal Financial Group, Collins Aerospace, and Hy-Vee, each running quality and compliance teams that hire at multiple experience levels from entry-level through senior QA. The most in-demand specialties are software QA automation, manufacturing process quality, and regulatory compliance testing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles37
Top employerJBS Foods
Top cityCedar Rapids, IA
Cities hiring25
Work type70% On-site
Top industryAccounting

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Ferguson
DC Quality Assurance Associate/Cycle Count/Inventory
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DC Quality Assurance Associate/Cycle Count/Inventory
Ferguson
Waterloo, Iowa
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Customer Support
$15 - $34.66/hr
No high school diploma
10,000+

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Collins Aerospace
Principal Software Design Quality Assurance (DQA) Engineer (Onsite - Cedar Rapids, IA)
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Collins Aerospace
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Principal Software Design Quality Assurance (DQA) Engineer (Onsite - Cedar Rapids, IA)
Collins Aerospace
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Business Strategy
Product Management
$108k - $205k/yr
On-Site
10,000+

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West Liberty Foods
Quality Assurance Technician Utility - 1st Shift
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Quality Assurance Technician Utility - 1st Shift
West Liberty Foods
West Liberty, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
HACCP Certification
1,001-5,000

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Grato Holdings
Quality Assurance Administrative Assistant
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Grato Holdings
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Quality Assurance Administrative Assistant
Grato Holdings
Woodbine, Iowa
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Rilco, Inc.
Lubricants Quality Assurance Lab Technician
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Lubricants Quality Assurance Lab Technician
Rilco, Inc.
Eldridge, Iowa
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$28 - $35/hr
Associate's degree in Chemical Engineering

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Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cedar Rapids
6 jobs
West Des Moines
4 jobs
Ottumwa
2 jobs
Davenport
2 jobs
Des Moines
2 jobs
Fort Dodge
2 jobs
Ames
1 job
Ankeny
1 job
Altoona
1 job

Quality Assurance Engineer Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

JBS Foods
JBS Foods3 open roles
Elanco
Elanco2 open roles
Accura HealthCare
Accura HealthCare2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance engineer jobs across Iowa.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience with QA methodologies including functional, regression, and integration testing
  • Proficiency in test automation tools such as Selenium, TestNG, or equivalent frameworks
  • Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development environments and associated QA practices
  • Experience with defect tracking systems such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms
  • Strong written communication skills for documenting test cases, plans, and quality reports

Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality assurance engineer in Iowa?

Quality assurance engineering in Iowa does not require a state-issued license, so the path runs through education and employer-recognized credentials. Most Iowa employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or information systems. Certifications such as ISTQB Foundation Level or Certified Software Quality Analyst strengthen a candidate's standing. Iowa's manufacturing and financial services sectors also value Six Sigma Green Belt training, which several community colleges in the state offer through continuing education programs.

Which companies hire quality assurance engineers in Iowa?

Employers hiring quality assurance engineers in Iowa right now include JBS Foods, Elanco, and Accura HealthCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Iowa's blend of large insurance carriers, aerospace manufacturers, and agri-tech firms means QA roles appear across both software and physical product quality disciplines.

Which Iowa cities have the most quality assurance engineer jobs?

Cedar Rapids, West Des Moines, and Ottumwa account for the most quality assurance engineer openings in Iowa. Des Moines dominates due to its concentration of financial services, insurance headquarters, and technology firms, while Cedar Rapids draws QA demand from aerospace and advanced manufacturing employers, and Iowa City benefits from the University of Iowa's affiliated health and research institutions.

Are there remote quality assurance engineer jobs in Iowa?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 30% of quality assurance engineer openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves software testing, documentation, and digital collaboration rather than hands-on production floor inspection. Software QA automation roles and test analyst positions are the most likely to be offered fully remote by Iowa employers.

How can I get hired as a quality assurance engineer in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a QA analyst or software tester associate role, which Iowa's financial services and insurance employers regularly post for recent graduates. Principal Financial Group and other Des Moines-based firms hire entry-level QA testers who demonstrate foundational skills in manual testing and basic scripting. Earning an ISTQB Foundation Level certification before applying signals readiness without requiring prior job experience. Moving laterally from a technical support or business analyst role is another common door into QA at Iowa's mid-size technology companies.

Where can I find and apply to quality assurance engineer jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to quality assurance engineer jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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