How much does a Systems Engineer make in Waterloo, IA? The average Systems Engineer salary in Waterloo, IA is $111,486 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $101,859 and $123,010. 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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Systems Engineer

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John Muir Health - WALNUT CREEK , CA
Job Description. The Clinical Systems Engineer holds a pivotal role within our organization, collaborating extensively with Clinical Operations, Technology Team
- 120 days ago
Johnson Controls - ROSWELL , GA
Job Description. Build your best future with the Johnson Controls. team. As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reima
- 3 days ago
Johnson Controls - INDIANAPOLIS , IN
Job Description. From DAY ONE. Company Vehicle with a full set of tools. Collaborative Team Environment - you are never alone and always know who to turn to. Co
- 26 days ago
BOEING - HAZELWOOD , MO
Job Description. Tapestry Solutions, A Boeing Company, comes with over 30 years of industry experience designing, implementing, training, and supporting logisti
- 1 day ago
BOEING - HAZELWOOD , MO
Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s
- 8 days ago
Job Description. Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS). is seeking a. Systems Engineer. to join our Phantom Works Systems Engineering Integration Team (SEIT) t
- 1 day ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Systems Engineer in Waterloo, IA. The base salary for Systems Engineer ranges from $101,859 to $123,010 with the average base salary of $111,486. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,951 to $128,680 with the average total cash compensation of $115,503.

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About Waterloo, Iowa    Waterloo is a city in and the county seat of Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census the population decreased by 0....More

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

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Skills associated with Systems Engineer: Design, Integration

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