Principal Process Engineer Salary in Des Moines, Iowa

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How much does a Principal Process Engineer make in Des Moines, IA? The average Principal Process Engineer salary in Des Moines, IA is $132,600 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $122,429 and $143,374. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Principal Process Engineer with Security Clearance
Anduril Industries - WEST LAFAYETTE , IN
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the e
- 1 day ago
Principal Process Engineer with Security Clearance
RTX - TUCSON , AZ
Date Posted. 2025-04-03. Country. United States of America. Location. AZ859: RMS Rita Road Bldg 9022 9000 South Rita Road Building 9022, Tucson, AZ, 85747 USA
- 1 day ago
Principal Engineer Material Process / Sr. Principal Engineer Mat with Security Clearance
Northrop Grumman - SANTA ROSA , CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees hav
- 1 day ago
Plasma Enhanced CVD Semiconductor Process Engineer / Principal P with Security Clearance
Northrop Grumman - LINTHICUM HEIGHTS , MD
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees
- 1 day ago
Thermal or Plasma Enhanced CVD Process Engineer / Principal Ther with Security Clearance
Northrop Grumman - LINTHICUM HEIGHTS , MD
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees
- 1 day ago
Process Engineer 1 with Security Clearance
HII Mission Technologies - ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION , MD
Requisition Number: 18440 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: - $79,456.00 Security Clearance: TS/SCI
- 1 day ago

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About Des Moines, Iowa    Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A smal....More

Des Moines, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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