George Mendiola, Jr. joined FSA Federal in 2016 as a member of the Board of Directors and assumed the role of President and CEO in 2017. He leads the company with a clear mission: to support federal law enforcement and government agencies across the country through high-impact, mission-driven solutions. With over two decades of experience in federal contracting and strategic operations, Mr. Mendiola brings a deep understanding of how to navigate complex environments and deliver results that matter. His leadership is grounded in a commitment to service, integrity, and building strong, accountable teams.
Before joining FSA, Mr. Mendiola served as Vice President within Engility Corporation’s Federal Civilian Group, where he oversaw enterprise operations for a $500M+ sector supporting the Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and other federal agencies. Prior to that, he was Operations Director for TASC/Engility’s Space Systems Group, managing cleared professionals across finance, contracts, subcontracts, talent acquisition, and other critical functions. Mr. Mendiola’s career began in project control and cost management at SAIC, where he served as Deputy Director supporting the intelligence community and Department of Defense. In that role, he led teams delivering earned value management and financial oversight for a portfolio of contracts valued at $700M annually.
Throughout his career, Mr. Mendiola has built a reputation for strategic planning, organizational development, customer engagement, and operational excellence. He’s passionate about fostering a culture of accountability and ensuring that both mission and people come first. Mr. Mendiola holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and an MBA from Radford University. He’s proud of his roots, committed to mentorship, and driven by the belief that leadership is about service, not status.
In 2022, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin appointed Mr. Mendiola to serve a 4-year term on the Radford University (RU) Board of Visitors, where he also served as a member of the RU Foundation, Inc.
