You have to use your science or repair skill on him. If you have a skill book use it to boost them. Or come back when you have those stats up. Then you need some parts.
So save some sensor modules, scrap metal and spare electronics.
What makes you think he can be collected to be repaired? I'm under the impression that quest is only for after he's repaired.
Because thats what the old black dude tells you to do.