Hardware Test Engineer/Technician - Testingeniør/tekniker – Assembly & Test, Carpus

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run. We have recently established a mechanical testing laboratory in our Bordeaux site to support internal development and qualification of hardware — especially 3D printed parts and subsystem assemblies. The lab is now operational, equipped with tensile/fatigue benches, metallography tools, and a Mitutoyo CMM. We are looking for a Test & MetrologyTechnician to operate this equipment on a daily basis and support the execution and continuous improvement of our test campaigns. You will work in close coordination with the Laboratory Engineer and with other teams in Design, Manufacturing, and Quality. YOUR MISSION Your role will focus on performing and supporting mechanical tests and inspections within our internal lab, including: * Conducting mechanical tests: tensile, compression, hardness, bending and fatigue testing on metallic and polymer parts (mainly 3D printed). * Preparing test samples (cutting, mounting, polishing, etching) for metallographic analysis and microscopy. * Performing dimensional inspections using a Mitutoyo CMM or conventional tools and assisting with part referencing and reporting. * Operating all lab equipment safely and efficiently. * Applying and improving test procedures in collaboration with the Lab Engineer. * Recording test conditions, results, and anomalies accurately in internal databases and reports. * Supporting preventive maintenance and daily upkeep of the lab (calibrations, consumables, cleanliness, ESD, etc.). YOUR PROFILE * Education: BTS, DUT, or Licence Pro in Mechanical Testing, Materials, or Industrial Measurements. * Experience: * At least 2 years in a mechanical or materials testing lab. * Hands-on experience with CMMs (Mitutoyo or similar) and GD&T interpretation. * Familiarity with metallographic sample preparation and microscopy is a plus. * Skills: * Rigorous, methodical, and confident with physical testing and instrumentation. * Comfortable working with procedures, data logging, and quality documentation. * Proactive and collaborative, with a willingness to improve workflows and solve practical problems. * Languages: Working proficiency in either French or English. Basic level in the other language is a plus. WHAT WE OFFER * A hands-on technical role in a space-qualified testing lab with direct impact on flight hardware. * A growing company where your expertise and suggestions matter. * A multi-disciplinary environment, working at the intersection of design, manufacturing, quality, and testing. * A team based in Bordeaux and connected to our engineering centre in Munich. * The opportunity to develop your skills and responsibilities as the lab and company grow. APPLY NOW If you’re a lab technician who enjoys precision, autonomy, and space hardware, come join our Nyx mission and help us shape the future of European space transportation. Why you should join us! What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:   * We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind  * We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them   * We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?   We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.    The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.   All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.

WHO WE ARE Moniepoint Inc. is Africa’s all-in-one financial platform, helping 20 million businesses and individuals access seamless payments, banking, credit, cross-border, and business management tools each month.  As Nigeria’s largest merchant acquirer, we power most of the country’s point-of-sale (POS) transactions. Through our subsidiaries, Moniepoint Inc. processes over $250 billion in digital payment transaction value annually. WHAT WE DO At Moniepoint, we are a customer-focused community dedicated to crafting solutions that redefine our industry. We leverage artificial intelligence and data to support our businesses with essential services like credit and overdrafts. We’re here to create financial happiness for everyone, everywhere. Curious about what makes Moniepoint an incredible place to work? Check out posts on how we cultivate a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth. ROLE PURPOSE The Hardware Engineer (Repair Centre) is the technical authority embedded within a repair centre. This role bridges the gap between hands-on repair operations and engineering-level quality governance. It exists to ensure that every repaired terminal leaving the centre is fit for redeployment, that technician capability continuously improves, and that quality failures are understood, root-caused, and eliminated. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Technician Training & Capability Development * Deliver structured onboarding training for new repair technicians covering: terminal architecture, common fault patterns, repair procedures, ESD discipline, and work-tool usage for each supported model  * Conduct ongoing skills assessments and refresher training, with focus areas driven by rework data and QA rejection trends * Train QA on terminal test * Maintain a Technician Skills Matrix per individual, track competency by terminal model and repair category * Provide real-time technical training Rework & Rejection Analysis * Review QA rejections categorise by fault type, terminal model, repair type, and responsible technician * Track rework rate per technician and per terminal model; identify any individual or model exceeding acceptable rework thresholds * Investigate and address recurring rework patterns, determine whether root cause lies in technician skill, spare-part quality, work-tool condition, or repair procedure gaps * Escalate systemic issues to the HE Manager Technical Issue Supervision & Escalation * Act as first-line technical escalation for any fault or behaviour that repair technicians or QA cannot resolve or categorise * Supervise and guide diagnosis of complex or intermittent faults; determine whether a unit should be repaired, re-routed, or nominated for deprecation * Liaise with the OEM evaluation team and spare-parts procurement on technical issues that may originate from components or firmware rather than the repair process * Document all escalated technical issues with RCA outcome and corrective action taken Overall Repair Quality  * Hold accountability for the quality metrics of the repair centre: rework rate, 30/60/90-day field return rate for repaired terminals, and refurbished spoil rate contribution * Conduct regular quality audits of the repair center  — process adherence, workstation cleanliness, ESD discipline,and tool usage. * Serve as the primary quality point-of-contact for the repair centre within the Hardware Engineering department Work Tools & Workstation Management * Maintain a calibrated inventory of all repair work tools: confirm each technician's bench is equipped with the correct tools for their assigned terminal models * Conduct periodic work-tool condition checks — verify tools are functional, calibrated where required, and used correctly; reject or replace any tool that is degraded or misused * Train technicians on correct tool usage and enforce tool discipline (e.g. correct soldering iron temperatures, proper use of ESD mats and wrist straps, torque driver settings for screws) * Escalate delays in tools replacements or additions; do not allow tool shortfalls to persist as a silent contributor to repair quality failure Deprecation Spot-Check (BTR Oversight) * Review and spot-check all terminals nominated for Beyond Repair (BTR) deprecation to confirm only genuinely non-repairable units are being written off * Challenge and return to repair any unit where a viable repair path exists; document justification for each spot-check decision * Work closely with the BTR Technician to align on deprecation criteria and ensure consistent, evidence-based write-off decisions across the centre * Track the deprecation rate and flag unusual spikes to the Head of HE as a potential indicator of skill gaps, or parts availability issues Spare Parts & Components RCA * Investigate and document any quality issues arising from spare parts: infant mortality, high failure rates on specific batches, or recurring post-repair failures linked to component quality * Escalate insufficient or unavailability of spare part that contributes to repair quality or efficiency * Manage spare parts usage to ensure minimal consumption while maintaining repair quality, Investigate and address high usage of spare parts. * Provide technical input to the OEM/procurement team on part performance; recommend acceptance criteria or supplier changes where supported by failure data * Maintain a parts quality log tracking batch numbers, failure rates, and disposition decisions (reuse, quarantine, return to supplier) Technical Support * Provide direct technical support to repair technicians, QA, Part Assessment Technicians, and BTR Technicians on any hardware and firmware. Key Performance Indicators KPI / Metric Target Frequency Owner Refurbished Spoil Rate RC TBD Monthly JHE Rework Rate (by technician & model) TBD Weekly JHE Technician training completion TBD Quarterly JHE Work-tool compliance audit pass rate ≥95% Monthly JHE Rework rejection feedback turnaround Within 24 hrs of rejection Per event JHE Parts quality issues raised to HE team Within 48 hrs of detection Per event JHE Qualifications & Experience Required * Minimum OND/HND or B.Sc. in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field * Minimum 2 years of experience in electronic device repair, field service, preferably in POS terminal, mobile, or fintech hardware * Practical knowledge of hardware troubleshooting and tools: PCB,battery systems, and firmware * Experience training or coaching junior technicians in a hands-on workshop environment * Ability to read fault data, identify patterns, and communicate findings clearly in written form Preferred * Prior experience in a multi-model repair centre covering volume terminal repair * Familiarity with RCA of hardware failure * Experience with work-tool management and ESD discipline in a repair environment WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU * Culture: We put our people first. We’ve built a company where all voices are heard and we look out for one another. Above all, we are human. * Learning: We offer a learning-focused environment with knowledge sharing, training, and regular technical talks. * Compensation: You’ll receive an attractive salary, pension, health insurance, and an annual bonus. WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE HIRING PROCESS * A preliminary phone call with the recruiter. * An interview with the Hiring Team. * An interview with a member of our Executive team. Moniepoint Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates.