Systems Engineer Jobs in Iowa

Systems Engineer jobs in Iowa are open across Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and West Des Moines and other Iowa metros, with employers like Gas Transmission Systems, CVS Health, and Collabera hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles28+
Top employerGas Transmission Systems
Top cityDes Moines, IA
Cities hiring11
Work type89% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Software Technology, Inc.
Enterprise Systems Engineer/Administrator
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Enterprise Systems Engineer/Administrator
Software Technology, Inc.
Des Moines, Iowa
IT Support & Systems Administration
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
IT Support
Systems Administration
Security & Protective Services
On-Site
None

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Target
Senior Systems Engineer
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Target
Added 1mo ago
Senior Systems Engineer
Target
Cedar Falls, Iowa
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
$73k - $132k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Global Connect Technologies
Embedded BSP Engineer
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Global Connect Technologies
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Embedded BSP Engineer
Global Connect Technologies
Des Moines, Iowa
Software Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Firmware Engineering
On-Site
None

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Collabera
Software Engineer
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Collabera
Added 2mo ago
Software Engineer
Collabera
Waterloo, Iowa
Software Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
Associate's

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Collabera
Embedded Software Controls Engineer
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Collabera
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Embedded Software Controls Engineer
Collabera
Waterloo, Iowa
Software Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Systems Engineer Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Des Moines
12 jobs
Cedar Rapids
3 jobs
West Des Moines
3 jobs
Coralville
2 jobs
Waterloo
2 jobs
Ames
1 jobs
Cedar Falls
1 jobs
Corning
1 jobs
Council Bluffs
1 jobs

Systems Engineer Job Market in Iowa

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

Who's Hiring

  • Gas Transmission Systems
    Gas Transmission Systems4
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health2
  • Collabera
    Collabera2
  • MidAmerican Energy
    MidAmerican Energy2
  • Ryder System
    Ryder System2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software7
  • Consulting & Professional Services6
  • Energy3
  • Healthcare & Medical Services3
  • Automotive2

What Iowa Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
  • Experience with systems engineering lifecycle processes including requirements definition and verification
  • Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or SysML
  • Familiarity with configuration management and documentation tools like JIRA or DOORS
  • Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one, particularly for defense and government roles
  • Experience with integration, testing, and validation across hardware and software subsystems

Systems Engineer Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How many systems engineer jobs are there in Iowa?

There are 28+ systems engineer openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and West Des Moines. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.

Which Iowa cities have the most systems engineer jobs?

Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and West Des Moines have the most systems engineer openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire systems engineers in Iowa?

Employers hiring systems engineers in Iowa include Gas Transmission Systems, CVS Health, and Collabera, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote systems engineer jobs in Iowa?

Yes. About 11% of systems engineer openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Iowa metros.

How do I apply for systems engineer jobs in Iowa?

You can apply to systems engineer jobs in Iowa directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Iowa location, then apply to each one that fits.

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